How To Fix CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR012 - The file type of the uploaded file &2 is wrong

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR - meta data extractor message class

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The file type of the uploaded file &2 is wrong

What causes this issue?

You can only upload files with the extension .xml or .zip.

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?

Check the file type, and upload an xml file or a .zip file that contains
xml files.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR012 - The file type of the uploaded file &2 is wrong ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_MD_EXTRACTOR012 indicates that there is an issue with the file type of the uploaded file during a data migration or extraction process. This error typically occurs in the context of using the Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the file you are trying to upload does not match the expected file type. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the required format (e.g., CSV, XLSX, etc.).
  File Extension Mismatch: The file extension may not correspond to the actual content of the file (e.g., a .csv file that is not formatted as CSV).
  Corrupted File: The file may be corrupted or improperly structured, leading to an inability to read it correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the DMC that specify the expected file types, and the uploaded file does not meet these