How To Fix PTRM_WEB_UI097 - File does not exist or is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PTRM_WEB_UI - Messages used in package PTRM_WEB_UI

• Message number: 097

• Message text: File does not exist or is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PTRM_WEB_UI097 - File does not exist or is empty ?

  The SAP error message PTRM_WEB_UI097, which states "File does not exist or is empty," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) module, particularly when dealing with web UI components or file uploads. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the file.
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the file or directory where the file is located.
  Empty File: The file being referenced may indeed be empty, which would trigger this error.
  File Format: The file format may not be supported or recognized by the SAP system.
  Network Issues: If the file is being accessed over a network, there may be connectivity issues preventing access to the file.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system related to file handling