How To Fix CNV_PE_TPM055 - Wrong file format (&1 is missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_TPM - Messages within transport management functions

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Wrong file format (&1 is missing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_TPM055 - Wrong file format (&1 is missing) ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_TPM055 indicates that there is an issue with the file format being used in a data migration or conversion process. Specifically, it suggests that a required file is either missing or not in the expected format.
  Cause:
  
  Missing File: The file that the system is trying to access does not exist in the specified location.
  Incorrect File Format: The file exists but is not in the format that the SAP system expects. This could be due to:
  
  Wrong file extension (e.g., .txt instead of .csv).
  Corrupted file.
  File content not matching the expected structure (e.g., wrong delimiters, missing headers).
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify File Existence:
  
  Check the specified path to ensure that the file is present.
  If the file is missing, locate the correct file and place it in the expected directory.
  
  
  
  Check File Format:
  
  Ensure that the file is in the correct format as required by the SAP process. This may involve:
  
  Checking the file extension.
  Opening the file to verify its content structure (e.g., correct delimiters, headers).
  If necessary, re-export or re-generate the file from the source system in the correct format.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or migration guide related to the specific process you are working on. This documentation often provides details on the expected file format and structure.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the SAP error logs for additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after verifying the file and its format, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to data migration or conversion (e.g., LSMW, LTMC).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CNV_PE_TPM055 error message.