How To Fix G00161 - File '&1' has no data records

G00161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 161

• Message text: File '&1' has no data records

What causes this issue?

The file <ZH>&V1&</> exists and was read, but the file contains no data
records.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00161 - File '&1' has no data records ?

  The SAP error message G00161, which states "File '&1' has no data records," typically occurs when you are trying to process a file that is expected to contain data records, but the file is either empty or does not contain any valid data entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty File: The file you are trying to process is completely 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 not recognizing any data records.
  Data Extraction Issues: If the file is generated from another system or process, there may have been an issue during the data extraction or export process, resulting in no records being written to the file.
  Permissions Issues: There may be permission issues preventing the system from reading the file correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File: