How To Fix HRPAYNL_EN054 - An error occurred when reading the file; upload a CSV or SDU file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNL_EN - Errormessage for NL Payroll

• Message number: 054

• Message text: An error occurred when reading the file; upload a CSV or SDU file

What causes this issue?

The file the user has uploaded did not have the expected format.

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?

Please choose another file and retry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN054 - An error occurred when reading the file; upload a CSV or SDU file ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN054 indicates that there was an issue when attempting to read a file, specifically when the system expected a CSV (Comma-Separated Values) or SDU (Structured Data Upload) file format. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or data uploads in the SAP HR module, particularly in the Netherlands.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The uploaded file may not be in the expected CSV or SDU format. This could be due to incorrect file extension or the content not adhering to the required structure.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to read errors.
  Encoding Issues: The file may not be encoded in a format that SAP can read, such as UTF-8.
  Data Validation Errors: The data within the file may not meet the validation criteria set by the SAP system, leading to errors during the read process.
  File Size Limitations: The file may exceed size limits imposed by the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file is saved in the correct format (CSV or SDU). If using CSV, ensure that it is properly formatted with the correct delimiters.
  Validate File Content: Open the file in a text editor or spreadsheet application to check for any anomalies in the data structure or content.
  Encoding: Make sure the file is saved with the correct encoding (preferably UTF-8 without BOM).
  Data Validation: Review the data in the file to ensure it meets all required criteria and formats expected by the SAP system.
  File Size: Check if the file size exceeds any limits set by the SAP system and split the file if necessary.
  Re-upload: After making the necessary corrections, try uploading the file again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to payroll processing and data uploads in SAP HR, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll processing).
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP community forums for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAYNL_EN054 error message.