How To Fix 0D160 - DOS file &1 transferred as UNIX file &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: DOS file &1 transferred as UNIX file &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D160 - DOS file &1 transferred as UNIX file &2 ?

  The SAP error message 0D160 indicates that there is a mismatch in the file format during a file transfer operation. Specifically, it suggests that a DOS (Windows) file is being transferred as a UNIX file, which can lead to issues with file handling due to differences in line endings and file encoding.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the difference in how line endings are represented in DOS/Windows and UNIX systems:
  
  DOS/Windows uses a carriage return and line feed (CRLF, \r\n) to denote the end of a line.
  UNIX uses just a line feed (LF, \n).
  
  When a file created in a DOS environment is transferred to a UNIX environment without proper conversion, the receiving system may not interpret the line endings correctly, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Convert the File Format:
  
  Use a text editor or a conversion tool to convert the file from DOS format to UNIX format. Many text editors (like Notepad++, Sublime Text, or Visual Studio Code) have options to change the line ending format.
  You can also use command-line tools like dos2unix to convert the file:
  dos2unix filename.txt
  
  
  
  
  Check Transfer Method:
  
  Ensure that the method used for transferring the file is appropriate for the file type. For example, if you are using FTP, make sure to use the correct mode (ASCII mode for text files and binary mode for binary files).
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration:
  
  If you are using SAP PI/PO or other middleware, check the configuration settings to ensure that the file is being processed correctly and that any necessary conversions are being applied.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to file handling that might address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for file handling and transfer methods.
  File Transfer Protocols: Familiarize yourself with the differences between ASCII and binary file transfers, especially if you are using FTP or similar protocols.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your file transfer processes to catch and log such issues for easier troubleshooting in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that files are transferred correctly between DOS and UNIX systems.