How To Fix FICASEPA_EMSG021 - File contains no data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICASEPA_EMSG - Error Message for Status report SEPA XML

• Message number: 021

• Message text: File contains no data

What causes this issue?

Import file contains no data. Report cannot process anything.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please make sure that your transformation does match your input data or
search for a newer transformation.
Please check that the file does not contain ACCEPT information but only
returns data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICASEPA_EMSG021 - File contains no data ?

  The SAP error message FICASEPA_EMSG021 indicates that the file you are trying to process does not contain any data. This error typically occurs in the context of electronic bank statement processing or when dealing with SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) files.
  Cause:
  
  Empty File: The most straightforward cause is that the file you are trying to upload or process is empty.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified may be incorrect, leading to the system not finding the file or reading it incorrectly.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format or structure, which can lead to the system interpreting it as empty.
  Data Extraction Issues: If the file is generated from another system, there may have been an issue during the data extraction process, resulting in an empty file.
  File Permissions: There may be permission issues preventing the system from reading the file correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File: Open the file in a text editor or appropriate application to ensure it contains data. If it is empty, regenerate the file from the source system.
  Verify File Path: Ensure that the file path specified in the SAP transaction is correct and points to the right file.
  Review File Format: Make sure the file adheres to the expected format and structure required by SAP for processing. This includes checking delimiters, encoding, and overall structure.
  Regenerate the File: If the file is generated from another system, try regenerating it to ensure it contains the necessary data.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access and read the file.
  Consult Logs: Check any relevant logs or error messages in SAP for additional context that may help identify the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding file processing, especially for SEPA files, to ensure compliance with the required formats.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FICASEPA_EMSG021 error message.