How To Fix EDOCUMENT_EU_CII012 - &1 is the wrong MIME type for the &2 file; expected is application/pdf

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_EU_CII - Messages for Cross Country Invoice

• Message number: 012

• Message text: &1 is the wrong MIME type for the &2 file; expected is application/pdf

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_EU_CII012 - &1 is the wrong MIME type for the &2 file; expected is application/pdf ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_EU_CII012 indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected MIME type for a file being processed. Specifically, the system expected a file of type application/pdf, but the file provided does not match this MIME type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Type: The file being uploaded or processed is not a PDF file, or it has been incorrectly labeled with a different MIME type.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading the system to misinterpret its type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the document management system or the way MIME types are defined in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the File Type: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload or process is indeed a PDF file. You can check the file extension and try opening it with a PDF reader.
  Recreate the PDF: If the file is supposed to be a PDF but is not recognized as such, try recreating the PDF file using a reliable PDF creation tool.
  Check MIME Type Configuration: Review the MIME type settings in your SAP system to ensure that application/pdf is correctly configured for PDF files.
  Use Correct Upload Method: Make sure you are using the correct method or transaction in SAP to upload the document, as some methods may have specific requirements for file types.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for any specific requirements or known issues related to document uploads.
  
  Related Information:
  
  MIME Types: MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) types are a way to describe the type of data being sent over the internet. For PDF files, the correct MIME type is application/pdf.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to document handling and MIME type issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.