How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE305 - The column separator of the file must be a semicolon

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 305

• Message text: The column separator of the file must be a semicolon

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE305 - The column separator of the file must be a semicolon ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE305 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a file being processed, specifically that the column separator used in the file is not a semicolon (;). This error typically occurs when importing or exporting data in a format that requires a specific delimiter.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Delimiter: The file being processed uses a different delimiter (e.g., comma ,, tab, or space) instead of the required semicolon.
  File Format: The file may not be in the expected format, leading to misinterpretation of the data structure.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to expect a semicolon as the delimiter, and the file does not conform to this expectation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File: Open the file in a text editor or spreadsheet application to verify the delimiter used. If it is not a semicolon, you will need to change it.
  Modify the File: If the file uses a different delimiter, you can:
  
  Replace the existing delimiter with a semicolon.
  Save the file in a format that uses semicolons as delimiters (e.g., CSV with semicolon).
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If you have control over the system settings, you may be able to change the expected delimiter in the configuration to match the file's delimiter. However, this is less common and may not be advisable if other processes rely on the semicolon.
  Re-export the Data: If the file was generated by another system, check the export settings to ensure that it is set to use semicolons as the delimiter.
  
  Related Information:
  
  File Formats: Common file formats that may use semicolons include CSV (Comma-Separated Values) files, where the delimiter can be customized.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on file formats and data import/export processes.
  Testing: After making changes, test the import process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By ensuring that the file uses the correct delimiter, you should be able to resolve the FCOM_PLANNING_CORE305 error and successfully process the file in SAP.