How To Fix LX109 - File &1 empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LX - SAPDXfer: Central Tools - Initial Data Transfer

• Message number: 109

• Message text: File &1 empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LX109 - File &1 empty ?

  The SAP error message LX109, which states "File &1 empty," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Inventory Management (IM) modules when the system attempts to process a file that is expected to contain data, but the file is found to be empty.
  Cause:
  
  File Generation Issues: The file may not have been generated correctly due to issues in the preceding processes or jobs that are supposed to create the file.
  File Transfer Problems: If the file is being transferred from another system or location, there may have been an error during the transfer, resulting in an empty file.
  Incorrect File Path: The system may be looking for the file in the wrong directory or location, leading to the perception that the file is empty.
  Permissions Issues: The user or process attempting to access the file may not have the necessary permissions, leading to an inability to read the file contents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Generation: Verify that the process or job responsible for generating the file has completed successfully. Check logs for any errors or warnings.
  Inspect the File: Manually check the file in the specified location to confirm whether it is indeed empty. If it is, investigate the source of the data.
  Review File Transfer: If the file is being transferred from another system, ensure that the transfer was successful and that the file is not corrupted.
  Correct File Path: Ensure that the file path specified in the configuration or program is correct and points to the right file.
  Permissions Check: Verify that the user or process has the necessary permissions to access and read the file.
  Re-run the Process: If the file was supposed to be generated as part of a batch job, consider re-running the job after addressing any identified issues.
  
  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 SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check the status of background jobs that may be related to file generation.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces for additional context around the error. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the file processing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (EWM, IM, etc.) for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the LX109 error and implement a solution to resolve it.