How To Fix RSAN_RT656 - File was generated. &2 records were written

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAN_RT - Messages for Runtime Analysis

• Message number: 656

• Message text: File was generated. &2 records were written

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAN_RT656 - File was generated. &2 records were written ?

  The SAP error message RSAN_RT656 indicates that a file was generated during a data extraction or reporting process, and it specifies that a certain number of records (indicated by "&2") were written to that file. This message is typically informational rather than an error, meaning that the process completed successfully, but it may require further action or verification.
  Cause:
  
  Data Extraction Process: The message is generated as part of a data extraction process, such as when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) to extract data from a source system.
  File Generation: The system has successfully created a file containing the extracted data, and the number of records written to that file is reported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Creation: Check the specified location where the file was generated to ensure that it exists and contains the expected data.
  Review Record Count: Confirm that the number of records written (as indicated by "&2") matches your expectations based on the data extraction criteria.
  Check for Further Processing: If the file is part of a larger process (e.g., loading data into another system), ensure that subsequent steps are executed correctly.
  Monitor for Errors: If you were expecting a different outcome or if the file is not as expected, review logs or error messages preceding this message for any issues that may have occurred during the extraction process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to data extraction, such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSMO (Monitor Data Transfer).
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios related to data extraction and file generation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or process you are working with to understand the context of this message better.
  
  If you encounter this message frequently or if it is part of a larger issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.