How To Fix ESH_FL_MSG071 - Bad request: File type &1 is unknown

ESH_FL_MSG071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_FL_MSG - File Processing

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Bad request: File type &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG071 - Bad request: File type &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message ESH_FL_MSG071 with the description "Bad request: File type &1 is unknown" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or SAP Fiori applications when the system encounters a file type that it does not recognize or support. This can happen during file uploads, data imports, or when trying to access certain functionalities that involve file handling.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported File Type: The file type you are trying to upload or process is not supported by the SAP system. This could be due to an incorrect file extension or a file format that the system does not recognize.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain file types or formats.
  Incorrect MIME Type: The MIME type of the file being uploaded may not be correctly set or recognized by the system.
  System Limitations: The version of SAP you are using may have limitations regarding the