How To Fix FQME103 - Input file does not contain any records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQME - Financial Quantity Management: Manual Entry Message Class

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Input file does not contain any records

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQME103 - Input file does not contain any records ?

  The SAP error message FQME103: Input file does not contain any records typically occurs during the processing of an input file in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with electronic bank statements or similar data imports. This error indicates that the system expected to find data in the input file, but it was either empty or did not contain any valid records.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Input File: The file being uploaded may be completely empty, meaning it has no records to process.
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the expected format or structure, leading the system to interpret it as having no valid records.
  File Path Issues: The file may not be correctly located or accessible, leading to a failure in reading its contents.
  Data Extraction Issues: If the file is generated from another system, there may have been an issue during the extraction or export process, resulting in no data being included.
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to read the file, leading to an inability to access its contents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Input File: Open the input file to ensure it contains records. If it is empty, regenerate the file from the source system.
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format (e.g., CSV, TXT) and adheres to the expected structure required by SAP.
  Confirm File Path: Make sure that the file path specified in the SAP transaction is correct and that the file is accessible.
  Review Data Generation Process: If the file is generated from another system, check the process to ensure that it is correctly exporting the necessary data.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to access and read the file.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, create a small sample input file with known valid records to test the import process and confirm that the system can process it correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FF67 (for manual bank statement processing) or FF.5 (for electronic bank statement processing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on the expected format and structure of input files for bank statement processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.