How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW812 - The file '&' was passed for IDoc creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW -

• Message number: 812

• Message text: The file '&' was passed for IDoc creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW812 - The file '&' was passed for IDoc creation ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW812 indicates that there is an issue with the file being passed for IDoc creation in the context of the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW). This error typically arises when the system is unable to process the specified file for IDoc generation.
  Cause:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file may not exist in the expected directory or may have been moved or deleted.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the correct format or structure required for IDoc processing.
  Incorrect File Path: The path to the file may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the file or the directory where the file is located.
  Data Issues: The data within the file may not conform to the expected standards or may contain errors that prevent IDoc creation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the file specified in the error message exists in the expected location.
  Check File Path: Ensure that the file path is correctly specified in the LSMW project settings.
  Review File Format: Make sure that the file is in the correct format (e.g., CSV, TXT) and adheres to the structure required for IDoc processing.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the LSMW has the necessary authorizations to access the file and the directory.
  Validate Data: Open the file and check for any data inconsistencies or errors that may prevent successful IDoc creation.
  Re-upload the File: If the file is corrupted or incorrectly formatted, consider re-uploading a valid version of the file.
  
  Related Information:
  
  LSMW Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for LSMW to understand the requirements for file formats and IDoc creation.
  IDoc Structure: Familiarize yourself with the IDoc structure and the data mapping required for successful processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02 or WE19 to monitor IDoc processing and troubleshoot any related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.