How To Fix CNV_CMIS032 - File is not in the correct format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_CMIS - Message class for CMIS

• Message number: 032

• Message text: File is not in the correct format

What causes this issue?

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

You can use the upload function to load values in CSV format. You can
use Microsoft Excel to do this. Enter data in the Microsoft Excel file
as follows:
<table name> - <field name> | <table name> - <(>
<<)>field name> | X or SPACE
Or
<table name> SPACE | <table name> SPACE | X or SPACE
Where | represents the column divider, and X represents the Not Used
flag.
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In the following example, Table 1 is assigned the Not Used flag, and
therefore excluded from the transfer:
Table 1 | Table 1 | X
In the following example, Table 2 is mapped to Table 3:
Table 2 | Table 3 |
In the following example, field 1 of table 1 is excluded from the
transfer:
Table 1-Field 1 | Table 1-Field 1 | X
In the following example, field 1 of table 1 is mapped to field 2 of
table 1:
Table 1-Field 1 | Table 1-Field 2 |

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_CMIS032 - File is not in the correct format ?

  The SAP error message CNV_CMIS032, which states "File is not in the correct format," typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Conversion Tools or during the execution of data import programs. This error indicates that the file being processed does not meet the expected format or structure required by the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the expected format (e.g., CSV, XML, etc.) or may have an incorrect file extension.
  Malformed Data: The data within the file may not adhere to the required structure, such as missing headers, incorrect delimiters, or unexpected characters.
  Encoding Issues: The file may be saved in an unsupported character encoding (e.g., UTF-16 instead of UTF-8).
  Version Mismatch: The version of the tool or program being used may not support the format of the file being imported.
  Corrupted File: The file may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to parsing errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format as specified by the SAP documentation. For example, if a CSV file is expected, verify that it is indeed a CSV file.
  Validate Data Structure: Open the file in a text editor or spreadsheet application to check for proper formatting, including:
  
  Correct headers
  Proper delimiters (commas, tabs, etc.)
  Consistent data types in each column
  
  
  Encoding Verification: Ensure that the file is saved with the correct character encoding (usually UTF-8). You can change the encoding in text editors or spreadsheet applications.
  Use Sample Files: If available, use sample files provided by SAP as a reference to ensure your file matches the expected structure.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP tools or programs, as updates may include fixes for known issues.
  Test with Smaller Files: If possible, test the import process with a smaller subset of data to isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific tool or process you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific migration or conversion tool you are using to understand the expected file format and structure.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details about the file and the context in which the error occurs.