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


BSANLY_CONT_ACT_MSG050 - Overview

  • 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

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  • 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.


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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

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