How To Fix FLGL_EXT_RECON020 - File content is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FLGL_EXT_RECON - Message Class for External Reconciliation

• Message number: 020

• Message text: File content is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FLGL_EXT_RECON020 - File content is empty ?

  The SAP error message FLGL_EXT_RECON020 indicates that the file content is empty when attempting to process a reconciliation file in the Financial Closing cockpit or during the external reconciliation process. This error typically arises when the system expects a file with data, but the file being processed is either empty or does not contain the expected format.
  Causes:
  
  Empty File: The file being uploaded or processed does not contain any data.
  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 (e.g., CSV, TXT) or may have been corrupted.
  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.
  Permissions Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to read the file, leading to an inability to access its content.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the File: Verify that the file you are trying to upload is not empty. Open the file in a text editor or spreadsheet application to confirm it contains data.
  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 is in the correct format expected by SAP. If necessary, regenerate the file from the source system.
  Check Data Extraction: If the file is generated from another system, check the extraction process to ensure that data is being populated correctly.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and read the file. Check file system permissions if applicable.
  Log Analysis: Review any logs or error messages generated during the file upload process for additional clues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., Financial Closing cockpit) for guidelines on file formats and requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT 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.