How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT018 - Specified file is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Specified file is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT018 - Specified file is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT018 indicates that a specified file is empty. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when trying to process a file that is expected to contain data but is found to be empty.
  Cause:
  
  File Upload Issues: The file may not have been populated with data before being uploaded to the system.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified in the configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system attempting to read a non-existent or empty file.
  File Format Issues: The file may be in an incorrect format or corrupted, leading to it being read as empty.
  Permissions: There may be permission issues preventing the system from accessing the file correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File: Verify that the file you are trying to upload is not empty. Open the file and ensure it contains the expected data.
  Correct File Path: Ensure that the file path specified in the configuration is correct and points to the right file.
  File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format as expected by the SAP system (e.g., CSV, TXT) and that it is not corrupted.
  Permissions: Check the permissions of the file and the directory it is in to ensure that the SAP system has the necessary access rights to read the file.
  Re-upload the File: If the file was generated by another process, try regenerating it and re-uploading it to see if the issue persists.
  Check Logs: Review any relevant logs for additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for guidelines on file uploads and data processing to ensure compliance with expected formats and procedures.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the empty file error in SAP EWM.