How To Fix BSANLY_CONT_ACT_MSG050 - Format error in file &1 at line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BSANLY_CONT_ACT_MSG - Messages for BI Content Activation Workbench

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Format error in file &1 at line &2

What causes this issue?

A syntax error occurred in the file you selected for data upload as
follows:
The file name is: &V1&
The problem occurred at line &V2&.
The line content is: &V3&

System Response

Processing of the file aborts at the current line. All correctly
processed previous lines are kept.

How to fix this error?

Correct the above specified line in the file and upload it again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BSANLY_CONT_ACT_MSG050 - Format error in file &1 at line &2 ?

  The SAP error message BSANLY_CONT_ACT_MSG050 with the description "Format error in file &1 at line &2" typically indicates that there is an issue with the format of a file being processed by the SAP system. This error is often encountered during data uploads or file processing activities, such as when using the Business Add-In (BAdI) for data uploads or during batch input sessions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file being processed does not conform to the expected format. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or extra delimiters (e.g., commas, tabs).
  Incorrect data types in specific fields (e.g., numeric fields containing text).
  Unexpected line breaks or end-of-line characters.
  Incorrect encoding (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ANSI).
  
  
  
  Data Validation Issues: The data in the file may not meet the validation rules defined in the SAP system, leading to format errors.
  
  
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly generated, leading to unreadable content.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Format: 
  
  Open the file in a text editor or spreadsheet application to inspect its structure.
  Ensure that the file adheres to the expected format, including the correct number of columns, delimiters, and data types.
  
  
  
  Validate Data: 
  
  Review the data in the file for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types match the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Encoding Issues: 
  
  Ensure that the file is saved with the correct encoding. If the SAP system expects a specific encoding (like UTF-8), make sure the file is saved accordingly.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: 
  
  Create a small sample file with known good data to test the upload process. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the specific file or the upload process itself.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Documentation: 
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or process you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Error Logging: 
  
  If available, check the error logs or detailed messages in the SAP system for more context on the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like LSMW, SE38, or others for data uploads.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to file processing and format errors.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.