How To Fix TD317 - AFM file is incomplete, end of file reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 317

• Message text: AFM file is incomplete, end of file reached

What causes this issue?

When parsing the fontmetrics file, the end of the file was reached
although the fontmetrics data was not complete.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check and see if the fontmetrics file is complete and add
required data if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD317 - AFM file is incomplete, end of file reached ?

  The SAP error message TD317, which states "AFM file is incomplete, end of file reached," typically occurs during the transport process in SAP systems. This error indicates that the transport file (AFM file) is either corrupted or incomplete, which prevents the system from processing the transport request correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Transport Files: The AFM file may have been corrupted during the transport process, possibly due to network issues or disk errors.
  Incomplete Transport: The transport request may not have been fully created or exported, leading to missing data in the AFM file.
  File Transfer Issues: If the transport files were transferred between systems (e.g., from development to production), issues during the file transfer (like interruptions) could lead to incomplete files.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the source and target systems, causing incompatibility issues with the transport files.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Re-export the Transport Request: Go back to the source system and re-export the transport request. Ensure that the export completes successfully without any errors.
  Check Transport Directory: Verify the transport directory on the source system to ensure that all necessary files are present and not corrupted.
  Use Transport Management System (TMS): Utilize the TMS to manage and monitor transport requests. This can help identify any issues with the transport process.
  Check Logs: Review the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  File Transfer Verification: If the transport files were transferred, ensure that the transfer was completed successfully. You may want to use checksums or file size comparisons to verify integrity.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Directory: The transport directory is typically located in the file system of the SAP application server. It contains all the transport files and logs.
  Transport Logs: Logs can be found in the transport directory and can provide insights into what went wrong during the transport process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to transport errors. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the TD317 error in your SAP system.