How To Fix FDT_EXCEL_API016 - Columns in decision table and Excel file do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXCEL_API - Messages related to SFDT_EXCEL_API Package

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Columns in decision table and Excel file do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXCEL_API016 - Columns in decision table and Excel file do not match ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXCEL_API016 indicates that there is a mismatch between the columns defined in a decision table and the columns present in the Excel file you are trying to import. This error typically occurs when you are working with decision tables in SAP Business Rules or SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and trying to upload data from an Excel file.
  Cause:
  
  Column Mismatch: The number of columns or the names of the columns in the Excel file do not match the expected structure defined in the decision table.
  Data Type Issues: The data types of the columns in the Excel file may not align with the data types expected by the decision table.
  Missing Columns: Some required columns defined in the decision table are missing in the Excel file.
  Extra Columns: The Excel file may contain additional columns that are not defined in the decision table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Column Names: Ensure that the column names in the Excel file exactly match the names defined in the decision table. This includes checking for any leading or trailing spaces, case sensitivity, and special characters.
  Verify Column Count: Make sure that the number of columns in the Excel file matches the number of columns in the decision table.
  Review Data Types: Check that the data types of the columns in the Excel file are compatible with those defined in the decision table. For example, if a column is expected to be a date, ensure that the corresponding column in the Excel file contains valid date formats.
  Remove Extra Columns: If there are any extra columns in the Excel file that are not defined in the decision table, remove them before attempting the import again.
  Add Missing Columns: If any required columns are missing from the Excel file, add them with the appropriate data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for decision tables and Excel integration for specific guidelines on the expected format and structure.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the import process with a small sample of data to ensure that the changes resolve the issue.
  Error Logs: Check any error logs or detailed messages provided by SAP for additional context on the mismatch.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_EXCEL_API016 error and successfully import your data into the decision table.