How To Fix FAR_BS_FILES001 - Document &1 with &2 lines was imported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_BS_FILES - Error messages for invalid payment files

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Document &1 with &2 lines was imported

What causes this issue?

You have imported a bank statement using e.g. the Manage Incoming
Payment Files app. This message is added to the log as information about
how many lines were read from the bank statement file.
Note, that the number of bank statement line items is typically not
equal to the total number of lines in the file.

System Response

You receive an information message in the log.

How to fix this error?

You can check the imported data by comparing it to the bank statement
file you received from your bank.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_BS_FILES001 - Document &1 with &2 lines was imported ?

  The SAP error message FAR_BS_FILES001 typically indicates an issue related to the import of a document, specifically mentioning that a document with a certain identifier (represented by &1) has been imported with a specified number of lines (represented by &2). This message is often associated with the Financial Accounting (FI) or Asset Accounting (AA) modules in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Document Import Issues: The error may arise during the import process of financial documents, possibly due to incorrect formatting, missing data, or issues with the source file.
  Data Validation Errors: The document being imported may not meet the required validation rules set in the SAP system, leading to a partial or failed import.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the data being imported, causing discrepancies.
  File Format Issues: The file format used for the import may not be compatible with the expected format in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Import File: Review the file being imported for any formatting issues, missing fields, or incorrect data types. Ensure that it adheres to the required structure.
  Validate Data: Use SAP's data validation tools to check the data for compliance with the system's requirements. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings in SAP for document imports are correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting or Asset Accounting modules.
  Consult SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on importing documents and the expected formats.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in SAP for more detailed information about the import process and any specific errors that occurred.
  Testing: If possible, conduct a test import with a smaller dataset to identify any issues before performing a full import.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FAR_BS_FILES001 message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document) or F-02 (Enter G/L Account Document) for manual entry and validation.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.