How To Fix HRPAYNL_EN056 - File could not be read; see long text: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNL_EN - Errormessage for NL Payroll

• Message number: 056

• Message text: File could not be read; see long text: &1

What causes this issue?

The file could not be read from the hard disk. A reason for this can be
insufficient user permissions or locks by other programs.

System Response

The report stops processing and displays this message.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that you have sufficient user permissions in the file system
for the file you have chosen for the upload and make sure that the file
is not accessed by other programs at the same time.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN056 - File could not be read; see long text: &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN056, which states "File could not be read; see long text: &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly in the Netherlands payroll processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to read a specific file that is required for processing payroll or related functions.
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file may not exist in the expected directory.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Format Issues: The file may be in an incorrect format or corrupted, making it unreadable.
  Path Configuration: The path to the file may be incorrectly configured in the system settings.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues preventing access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Existence: Verify that the file specified in the error message exists in the expected location.
  Verify Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system and the user have the necessary permissions to read the file. This may involve checking file system permissions or SAP authorization settings.
  Inspect File Format: Open the file in a text editor or appropriate application to ensure it is not corrupted and is in the correct format.
  Review Path Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the path to the file is correctly specified. This can often be found in the configuration settings for the payroll process.
  Network Connectivity: If the file is on a network drive, check the network connection and ensure that the drive is accessible from the SAP server.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in SAP and viewing the long text for additional context.
  
  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.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) that may be involved in the process.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.