How To Fix TQ347 - No lines were found in file &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TQ - SAPup Messages

• Message number: 347

• Message text: No lines were found in file &

What causes this issue?

The file with the specified template does not contain any lines.
The template is:
^ : Start of the line
$ : End of the line
. : Exactly one character
\ : Removes the special meaning from the following character
'\.' for example, corresponds to a period '.'

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TQ347 - No lines were found in file & ?

  The SAP error message TQ347 ("No lines were found in file &") typically occurs when you are trying to upload or process a file in SAP, and the system cannot find any data lines in the specified file. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data uploads, batch processing, or file imports.
  Causes:
  
  Empty File: The file you are trying to upload may be empty or does not contain any data lines.
  Incorrect File Format: The file format may not be compatible with what SAP expects. For example, if the file is supposed to be a CSV but is in a different format.
  File Path Issues: The file path specified may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the file.
  Data Filtering: There may be filters applied in the upload process that exclude all lines from being processed.
  File Encoding Issues: The file may be encoded in a way that SAP cannot read it properly (e.g., UTF-16 instead of UTF-8).
  Incorrect Mapping: If the file has headers or columns that do not match the expected structure in SAP, it may lead to no lines being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the File: Open the file to ensure it contains data and is not empty. Verify that the data is in the expected format.
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file format matches what SAP expects. If it’s a CSV, make sure it is saved correctly as a CSV file.
  Correct File Path: Double-check the file path specified in the upload process to ensure it is correct and accessible.
  Review Filters: If there are any filters applied during the upload process, review them to ensure they are not excluding all data.
  Check Encoding: Ensure the file is saved with the correct encoding (usually UTF-8) that SAP can read.
  Validate Structure: Make sure the structure of the file (headers and columns) matches what SAP expects. Adjust the file accordingly if there are discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for the specific transaction or process you are using to understand the expected file format and structure.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (like LSMW, BAPIs, etc.) for data uploads. Check the relevant transaction documentation for additional details.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message TQ347 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.