How To Fix XW063 - File &1 is empty

XW063 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 063

• Message text: File &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW063 - File &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message XW063, which states "File &1 is empty," typically occurs when the system attempts to process a file that has been specified in a program or transaction, but the file is found to be empty. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, file imports, or when executing batch jobs that rely on external files.
  Causes:
  
  File Not Populated: The file specified in the process has not been populated with any data.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path provided may be incorrect, leading to the system accessing a non-existent or empty file.
  File Transfer Issues: If the file was transferred from another system or location, it may not have been transferred correctly, resulting in an empty file.
  Permissions Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary permissions to read the file, leading to an inability to access its contents.
  File Format Issues: The file may be in an