How To Fix GD115 - Empty file &1 was imported; transfer canceled

GD115 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Empty file &1 was imported; transfer canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD115 - Empty file &1 was imported; transfer canceled ?

  The SAP error message GD115, which states "Empty file &1 was imported; transfer canceled," typically occurs during the import of a file into the SAP system. This error indicates that the file being imported is empty, meaning it does not contain any data for processing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Source File: The most common cause is that the file specified for import is empty. This could happen if the file was not generated correctly or if it was inadvertently cleared before the import.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified in the import process may be incorrect, leading to the system attempting to read a non-existent or empty file.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format, which could lead to the system interpreting it as empty.
  Permissions Issues: There may be permission issues preventing the system from reading the file correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
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