How To Fix G00162 - File '&1' does not contain any relevant data records

G00162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 162

• Message text: File '&1' does not contain any relevant data records

What causes this issue?

The file <ZH>&V1&</> was read successfully and contains data records.
But none of the data records matched the criteria specified on the
selection screen.

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?

Change the criteria on the selection screen, if applicable.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00162 - File '&1' does not contain any relevant data records ?

  The SAP error message G00162, which states "File '&1' does not contain any relevant 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 have the expected format or content.
  Causes:
  
  Empty File: The file specified does not contain any data records.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path provided may be incorrect, leading to the system not finding the file or reading the wrong file.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format (e.g., CSV, TXT) or may have incorrect delimiters.
  Data Filtering: The data in the file may not meet the criteria set for processing, leading to no relevant records being found.
  File Permissions: There may be issues with file permissions that prevent SAP from reading the file correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the File Content: Open the file and verify that it contains the expected data