How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RD134 - File is corrupt in line &1 (exp. &2, act. &3 components)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RD -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: File is corrupt in line &1 (exp. &2, act. &3 components)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD134 - File is corrupt in line &1 (exp. &2, act. &3 components) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD134 File is corrupt in line &1 (exp. &2, act. &3 components) typically indicates that there is a problem with a file that is being processed by the SAP system. This error is often related to issues with data files, such as those used for data imports or exports, configuration files, or other types of files that the system relies on.
  Cause:
  
  File Corruption: The file being processed may be corrupted due to incomplete transfers, disk errors, or issues during file creation.
  Data Format Issues: The file may not conform to the expected format, leading to discrepancies between expected and actual data.
  Version Mismatch: The file may have been created or modified in a different version of the application, leading to compatibility issues.
  Incorrect Data: The data in the file may not match the expected structure or content, causing the system to throw an error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Integrity: Verify the integrity of the file. If possible, compare it with a known good version or re-download it from the source.
  Validate File Format: Ensure that the file adheres to the expected format and structure. This may involve checking delimiters, data types, and overall structure.
  Recreate the File: If the file is corrupted, try to recreate it from the original source or regenerate it if possible.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to the file type and the error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check logs for more details on the error.
  File Transfer Protocols: If the file was transferred from another system, ensure that the transfer method (FTP, SFTP, etc.) was reliable and that the file was not altered during the transfer.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /PF1/MSG_RD134 error message in SAP.