How To Fix CUMTX664 - File type for upload must be ".csv"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 664

• Message text: File type for upload must be ".csv"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX664 - File type for upload must be ".csv" ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX664 indicates that the file type you are trying to upload is not in the expected format. Specifically, it requires the file to be in CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are attempting to upload is not a CSV file. It may be in a different format such as .xls, .xlsx, .txt, or any other unsupported format.
  File Extension Mismatch: The file may have a .csv extension but is not actually formatted as a CSV file. This can happen if the file was saved incorrectly or if it contains incompatible characters or formatting.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly structured, leading to SAP not recognizing it as a valid CSV file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload is indeed a CSV file. You can open the file in a text editor (like Notepad) to verify that it contains plain text data separated by commas.
  Save as CSV: If the file is in another format (like Excel), open it in the appropriate application and use the "Save As" option to save it in CSV format. Make sure to select the correct CSV option (e.g., "CSV (Comma delimited) (*.csv)").
  Check for Special Characters: Ensure that the data in the CSV file does not contain special characters that may cause issues during the upload. Remove or replace any problematic characters.
  File Encoding: Ensure that the file is saved with the correct encoding (UTF-8 is often recommended) to avoid issues with special characters.
  File Size: Check if the file size exceeds any limits set by the SAP system. If it does, consider splitting the file into smaller parts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are using for more details on file upload requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try uploading the file again to see if the error persists.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CUMTX664 error and successfully upload your CSV file to SAP.