How To Fix WSTI034 - Structure of PDC file contains errors.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI - Messages about Store Workbench, Physical Inventory

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Structure of PDC file contains errors.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI034 - Structure of PDC file contains errors. ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSTI034 - Structure of PDC file contains errors
  
  Cause:
  The error message WSTI034 occurs when the PDC (Personal Data Collection) file being uploaded or processed in SAP has structural inconsistencies or formatting errors. This means the file does not conform to the expected layout or format required by the SAP system for PDC data import.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect file format (e.g., wrong delimiter, missing fields).
  Corrupted or incomplete PDC file.
  Mismatch between the PDC file structure and the expected structure defined in SAP.
  Manual changes or errors during file creation/export.
  Encoding issues (e.g., special characters or wrong character set).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WSTI034 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify the PDC File Format:
  
  Check the file format against the SAP documentation or the expected layout.
  Ensure the file uses the correct delimiter (e.g., semicolon, comma, tab).
  Confirm that all mandatory fields are present and in the correct order.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Open the file in a text editor or Excel and look for missing or extra columns.
  Look for any corrupted lines or unexpected characters.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Standard Tools:
  
  Use transaction PA30 or PA70 to check the PDC data structure.
  Use the SAP report or program that generates or validates the PDC file to ensure it is created correctly.
  
  
  
  Re-export or Recreate the PDC File:
  
  If the file was generated externally, try to re-export it from the source system.
  Avoid manual editing of the PDC file to prevent structural errors.
  
  
  
  Check Encoding:
  
  Ensure the file encoding matches SAP expectations (usually UTF-8 or ASCII).
  Avoid special characters that might cause parsing errors.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes related to PDC file upload errors.
  Check SAP Help Portal for the correct PDC file structure.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PDC (Personal Data Collection): A method used in SAP HR to collect and upload employee master data.
  The PDC file is typically a flat file (text file) with a specific structure defined by SAP.
  The structure includes header, data, and footer records with fixed or delimited fields.
  The error WSTI034 is a syntax/format validation error during the import process.
  Transaction codes related to PDC processing include PA70, PA71, and PA30.
  SAP Notes and OSS messages can provide patches or corrections if the error is due to a system bug.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Structural or formatting errors in the PDC file.
  Solution: Verify and correct the file format, ensure all required fields are present and correctly ordered, check encoding, and re-import the corrected file.
  Related: PDC file format specifications, SAP HR master data upload processes, and SAP Notes for PDC errors.
  
  
  If you provide the PDC file or the exact context of the upload, more specific guidance can be given.