How To Fix FIN_CS_MESSAGE029 - Incorrect file type. Import a CSV file with comma as the field separator.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CS_MESSAGE - Cloud Consolidation Message Class

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Incorrect file type. Import a CSV file with comma as the field separator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_CS_MESSAGE029 - Incorrect file type. Import a CSV file with comma as the field separator. ?

  The SAP error message FIN_CS_MESSAGE029 indicates that the system expects a CSV (Comma-Separated Values) file, but the file you are trying to import is not in the correct format. Specifically, it expects the fields in the CSV file to be separated by commas.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are trying to import may not be a CSV file or may use a different delimiter (e.g., semicolon, tab).
  File Extension: The file might have the .csv extension but is not formatted correctly as a CSV file.
  Encoding Issues: The file might be encoded in a format that SAP cannot read properly.
  Data Structure: The structure of the data in the file may not match the expected format required by SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Format:
  
  Open the file in a text editor (like Notepad or Notepad++) and ensure that the fields are separated by commas.
  If the fields are separated by a different character (like semicolons or tabs), you will need to convert the file to use commas as separators.
  
  
  
  Save as CSV:
  
  If you are using a spreadsheet application (like Microsoft Excel), ensure that you save the file as a CSV (Comma delimited) file. In Excel, you can do this by selecting "Save As" and choosing the CSV format.
  
  
  
  Verify Encoding:
  
  Ensure that the file is saved in a compatible encoding format, such as UTF-8 without BOM (Byte Order Mark). This can usually be set in the "Save As" dialog of your text editor or spreadsheet application.
  
  
  
  Check Data Structure:
  
  Ensure that the data in the CSV file matches the expected structure required by SAP. This includes the correct number of columns and the correct data types for each column.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Create a small sample CSV file with known good data to test the import process. This can help you identify if the issue is with the specific data in your original file.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected format for CSV imports.
  SAP Community: Check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Data Validation: Before importing, validate the data in your CSV file to ensure it meets all necessary criteria for successful import into SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_CS_MESSAGE029 error and successfully import your CSV file into SAP.