How To Fix S1341 - Empty file &1 created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 341

• Message text: Empty file &1 created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1341 - Empty file &1 created ?

  The SAP error message S1341, which states "Empty file &1 created," typically occurs when a file that is expected to contain data is generated but ends up being empty. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data exports, file generation processes, or when running certain reports.
  Causes:
  
  No Data to Export: The most common reason for this error is that there is no data available to be written to the file. This could be due to filters applied in the report or selection criteria that do not match any records.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If the parameters or selection criteria used to generate the file are too restrictive, it may result in an empty output.
  Data Processing Issues: There may be issues in the data processing logic that prevent data from being retrieved or written to the file.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  File Path Issues: If the specified file path is incorrect or inaccessible, the system may create an empty file instead of writing data to it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there is data available that meets the selection criteria. You can run the report or transaction without exporting to see if any data is returned.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for generating the file are correct and not overly restrictive.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the data retrieval might be failing.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  File Path Verification: Confirm that the file path specified for the output file is correct and that the system has the necessary permissions to write to that location.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to look into specific transaction codes related to the file generation process (e.g., SE38 for executing reports).
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with SAP's customer support for further assistance.