How To Fix PTRA_DIALOGUE064 - Last line of file is not a closing line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PTRA_DIALOGUE - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Last line of file is not a closing line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PTRA_DIALOGUE064 - Last line of file is not a closing line ?

  The SAP error message PTRA_DIALOGUE064 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a file that is being processed. Specifically, the error message "Last line of file is not a closing line" suggests that the file being read does not conform to the expected structure, particularly in terms of its ending.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The file being processed is expected to have a specific format, and the last line does not match the expected closing line or delimiter.
  The file may be incomplete or corrupted, leading to a missing or incorrect closing line.
  There may be a mismatch between the expected file format and the actual content of the file.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the File Format:
  
  Ensure that the file adheres to the expected format. This includes checking for the correct closing line or delimiter at the end of the file.
  If the file is supposed to end with a specific string (like "END" or a specific character), make sure that this is present.
  
  
  
  Validate File Integrity:
  
  Open the file in a text editor and inspect the last few lines to ensure that they are complete and correctly formatted.
  If the file is generated by another system or process, verify that the generation process is functioning correctly and producing complete files.
  
  
  
  Recreate the File:
  
  If the file appears to be corrupted or incomplete, try regenerating it from the source system or process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific module documentation related to the file processing to understand the expected format and any specific requirements for the closing line.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check SAP error logs for additional details that might provide more context about the error and help in troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  File Processing in SAP: Understanding how SAP processes files can help in identifying issues related to file formats and structures.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address similar issues or provide patches or updates that could resolve the error.
  Community Forums: Engaging with SAP community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PTRA_DIALOGUE064 error in SAP.