How To Fix FDT_EXCEL_CORE002 - File "_rels/.rels" not found in package

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXCEL_CORE - Messages related to SFDT_EXCEL_CORE Package

• Message number: 002

• Message text: File "_rels/.rels" not found in package

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXCEL_CORE002 - File "_rels/.rels" not found in package ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXCEL_CORE002 indicating that the file "_rels/.rels" is not found in the package typically occurs when there is an issue with the structure of an Excel file that is being processed by SAP's FDT (Form Data Tool) or related functionalities. This error suggests that the Excel file is not in the expected format or is corrupted.
  
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Excel File: The Excel file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to missing components that are essential for the file to be recognized as a valid Excel package.
  Incorrect File Type: The file being uploaded may not be a valid Excel file (e.g., it could be a CSV or a text file with an .xlsx extension).
  Improper Extraction: If the Excel file was extracted from a ZIP or another compressed format, it may not have been extracted correctly, leading to missing files.
  File Renaming: If the file extension was changed manually (e.g., from