How To Fix FAR_IPF_MSG006 - File &1 contains no bank statements of the selected type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_IPF_MSG - Message Class for Manage Incoming Payment Files app

• Message number: 006

• Message text: File &1 contains no bank statements of the selected type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_IPF_MSG006 - File &1 contains no bank statements of the selected type. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_IPF_MSG006, which states "File &1 contains no bank statements of the selected type," typically occurs when you are trying to process a file that is expected to contain bank statements, but the file does not have any statements of the type you are trying to import or process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are trying to upload may not be in the correct format or structure expected by the SAP system.
  Empty File: The file may be empty or may not contain any data related to bank statements.
  Wrong File Type: The file may contain bank statements, but they are of a different type than what is specified in the import settings.
  Data Filtering: There may be filters applied in the import process that exclude the type of bank statements present in the file.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in SAP that define which types of bank statements are acceptable, and the file does not meet these criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Content: Open the file (e.g., in a text editor or spreadsheet application) to ensure it contains the expected bank statement data and is not empty.
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format (e.g., MT940, BAI, etc.) as required by the SAP system.
  Review Import Settings: Check the settings in the SAP transaction you are using to import the file. Make sure that the selected type of bank statement matches the type present in the file.
  Adjust Filters: If there are any filters applied during the import process, review and adjust them to ensure that the relevant bank statement types are included.
  Consult Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to bank statement processing in SAP.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the import process with a known good file that contains the correct type of bank statements to ensure that the process works as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to bank statement processing for detailed information on file formats and import procedures.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FF.5 (for electronic bank statement processing) or others related to financial accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further troubleshooting.