How To Fix SDX222 - Line &2 of file &1 does not contain an IDoc control record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDX - Mass Data Transfer Workbench Using BAPIs

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Line &2 of file &1 does not contain an IDoc control record

What causes this issue?

No IDoc control record was expected in line &v2& of file &v1&. The
record read could not be identified as a control record.

How to fix this error?

Check the program that created the file.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDX222 - Line &2 of file &1 does not contain an IDoc control record ?

  The SAP error message SDX222 indicates that there is an issue with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) file being processed. Specifically, it states that line &2 of file &1 does not contain an IDoc control record. This error typically arises during the processing of IDocs in the SAP system, particularly when importing or exporting data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file being processed may not be in the correct format expected by SAP. IDoc files have a specific structure, and if the file does not conform to this structure, the system will not recognize the control record.
  Corrupted File: The IDoc file may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to missing control records.
  Improper Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc processing in the SAP system, such as incorrect settings in the partner profile or port configuration.
  Manual Edits: If the IDoc file was manually edited, it may have introduced errors or removed