How To Fix DMC_RT_MSG125 - Wrong file type of Excel Spreadsheet &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_RT_MSG - DMC: Runtime Object Messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Wrong file type of Excel Spreadsheet &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_RT_MSG125 - Wrong file type of Excel Spreadsheet &1 ?

  The SAP error message DMC_RT_MSG125 indicates that there is an issue with the file type of the Excel spreadsheet you are trying to upload or process. This error typically occurs in the context of data migration or data management tasks within SAP, particularly when using tools like SAP Data Management Cockpit (DMC) or SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are trying to upload is not in the expected Excel format. For example, you might be trying to upload a .xls file when the system expects a .xlsx file, or vice versa.
  Corrupted File: The Excel file may be corrupted or not properly formatted, which prevents SAP from reading it correctly.
  Unsupported Features: The Excel file may contain features or formatting that are not supported by the SAP tool you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMC_RT_MSG125 error, you can take the following