How To Fix /IAM/UI117 - Selected file &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/UI -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Selected file &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/UI117 - Selected file &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/UI117 Selected file &1 is empty typically occurs when a user attempts to upload a file through the SAP interface, but the file they selected is either empty or does not contain any data. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data uploads in SAP Identity Management (IdM) or other modules that require file input.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty File: The most straightforward cause is that the file you are trying to upload is indeed empty. This could happen if the file was created but no data was added to it.
  Incorrect File Format: The file might be in the wrong format or not structured as expected, leading the system to interpret it as empty.
  File Corruption: The file could be corrupted or not readable by the SAP system.
  File Path Issues: Sometimes, the file path may be incorrect, or the file may not be accessible due to permissions or network