How To Fix RSAR182 - Requested file & (origin &) does not contain any data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Requested file & (origin &) does not contain any data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR182 - Requested file & (origin &) does not contain any data ?

  The SAP error message RSAR182 indicates that the requested file (specified in the error message) does not contain any data. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Transfer processes, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Source File: The file being read does not contain any data. This could be due to an issue in the data extraction process or the source system not generating data.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified in the extraction process may be incorrect, leading to the system attempting to read a non-existent or empty file.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the data extraction may be too restrictive, resulting in no data being selected.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format, leading to the system being unable to read any data from it.
  Permissions Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary permissions to read the file, leading to an inability to access its contents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Source File: Verify that the source file actually contains data. Open the file manually to ensure it is not empty.
  Validate File Path: Ensure that the file path specified in the extraction process is correct and points to the right file.
  Review Data Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria used in the data extraction process. Adjust them if they are too restrictive.
  Inspect File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format expected by the SAP system. If necessary, convert the file to the required format.
  Check Permissions: Verify that the user or process has the necessary permissions to access and read the file. Adjust permissions if needed.
  Log Analysis: Review the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  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 RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance) for troubleshooting data extraction issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data extraction processes, especially for the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSAR182 error and implement a solution to resolve it.