How To Fix HRPADRU_OPERATION_LN017 - No files to upload in directory '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_OPERATION_LN - Messages for Sickness Certificate Operation Processing

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No files to upload in directory '&1'

What causes this issue?

In the specified directory, there are no XML files with electronic
sickness certificates.

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?

Check that you selected the correct directory. Check that in the
selected directory there are XML files with the correct format according
to the requested operation.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_OPERATION_LN017 - No files to upload in directory '&1' ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRU_OPERATION_LN017 indicates that there are no files available to upload in the specified directory. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with data uploads or file processing.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Directory: The specified directory does not contain any files that match the expected criteria for upload.
  Incorrect Directory Path: The path provided may be incorrect or not properly configured in the system.
  File Naming Issues: The files in the directory may not conform to the expected naming conventions or formats required by the upload process.
  Permissions Issues: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the directory or the files within it.
  File Format: The files present in the directory may not be in the correct format that the SAP system expects for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Directory Contents: Verify that the directory specified in the error message actually contains files. If it is empty, you will need to place the appropriate files in that directory.
  Verify Directory Path: Ensure that the directory path is correctly specified in the configuration settings. You can check the configuration in the relevant transaction or program settings.
  File Naming and Format: Make sure that the files in the directory are named correctly and are in the expected format (e.g., CSV, TXT) as required by the upload process.
  Permissions Check: Confirm that the SAP system and the user executing the upload have the necessary permissions to access the directory and read the files.
  Review Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to file uploads to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Log Files: Check any log files or detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP HR documentation for details on file upload processes 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 and resolve the issue causing the HRPADRU_OPERATION_LN017 error message.