How To Fix CNVHCM_PRESEL238 - Data of file not in correct format; select different file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVHCM_PRESEL - TDMS4HCM: Messages for Object Selection

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Data of file not in correct format; select different file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVHCM_PRESEL238 - Data of file not in correct format; select different file ?

  The SAP error message CNVHCM_PRESEL238 indicates that the data file you are trying to upload or process does not conform to the expected format. This error typically occurs during data migration or data upload processes, especially when using tools like the SAP Data Services or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) data migration tools.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the required format (e.g., CSV, TXT) or may have an incorrect structure.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the file may not match the expected data types in the SAP system (e.g., numeric fields containing text).
  Missing Required Fields: The file may be missing mandatory fields that are required for the upload process.
  Incorrect Delimiters: If the file is a delimited file (like CSV), the delimiter used may not match what the SAP system expects.
  Encoding Issues: The file may be saved in an unsupported encoding format (e.g., UTF-16 instead of UTF-8).
  Extra or Missing Headers: The headers in the file may not match the expected headers in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format as specified by the SAP documentation. If it is supposed to be a CSV file, make sure it is saved as such.
  Validate Data Structure: Review the structure of the file to ensure it matches the expected format, including the correct number of columns and the correct order of fields.
  Data Type Verification: Check that all data types in the file match the expected types in SAP. For example, ensure that numeric fields do not contain any non-numeric characters.
  Review Required Fields: Make sure that all mandatory fields are present in the file and populated with valid data.
  Check Delimiters: If using a delimited file, verify that the correct delimiter is being used (e.g., commas for CSV).
  Encoding Check: Ensure that the file is saved with the correct encoding (usually UTF-8).
  Header Verification: Confirm that the headers in the file match the expected headers in SAP, both in terms of names and order.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the specific SAP documentation for the data migration tool you are using, as it will provide detailed information on the expected file format and structure.
  Data Migration Workbench: If you are using the Data Migration Workbench, check the templates provided by SAP for the correct format.
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or detailed messages provided by the SAP system for additional context on the error.
  Testing with Sample Data: If possible, test the upload process with a small sample file that is known to be correctly formatted to isolate the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CNVHCM_PRESEL238 error message.