How To Fix 5E682 - File &1 is not type &2


5E682 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

  • Message number: 682

  • Message text: File &1 is not type &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have selected the file type &v2&, but the &v1& file is not the
    chosen type.

    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?

    Choose the file type corresponding to the introduced file or introduce a
    file that corresponds with the selected file type.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E682 - File &1 is not type &2 ?
    The SAP error message 5E682 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected file type and the actual file type being processed. The message typically reads: "File &1 is not type &2," where &1 represents the name of the file and &2 represents the expected file type.
    
    Cause: This error can occur due to several reasons: Incorrect File Format: The file being uploaded or processed does not match the expected format. For example, if the system expects a CSV file but receives a TXT file instead. File Extension Mismatch: The file extension may not correspond to the actual content of the file. For instance, a file named data.csv might actually contain data in a different format.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define what file types are acceptable, and the file being processed does not meet these criteria. Corrupted File: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading

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