How To Fix /SCWM/MIGRATION029 - No records could be read from file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MIGRATION -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: No records could be read from file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MIGRATION029 - No records could be read from file &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MIGRATION029 No records could be read from file &1 typically occurs during data migration processes in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error indicates that the system attempted to read data from a specified file, but no records were found.
  Causes:
  
  Empty File: The file specified in the error message is empty or does not contain any valid records.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path provided may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the file.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format or structure, which prevents the system from reading it correctly.
  Permissions Issues: The user or process attempting to read the file may not have the necessary permissions to access it.
  Data Extraction Issues: There may have been issues during the data extraction process that resulted in no records being written to the file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the File: Verify that the file specified in the error message is not empty and contains the expected records. Open the file and inspect its contents.
  Verify File Path: Ensure that the file path is correct and that the file is located in the specified directory.
  Check File Format: Confirm that the file is in the correct format (e.g., CSV, TXT) and adheres to the expected structure for the migration process.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary permissions to read the file. Check file system permissions and adjust as needed.
  Re-run Data Extraction: If the file was supposed to be generated by a previous process, re-run that process to ensure that the data is correctly extracted and written to the file.
  Consult Logs: Check the SAP application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 to check application logs for more details on the error.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for guidelines on data migration processes and file handling.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.