How To Fix FIN_CS_MESSAGE201 - Cannot read the file. Do not change the predefined cells.

FIN_CS_MESSAGE201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CS_MESSAGE - Cloud Consolidation Message Class

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Cannot read the file. Do not change the predefined cells.

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FIN_CS_MESSAGE201 - Details

• The SAP error message FIN_CS_MESSAGE201 ("Cannot read the file. Do not change the predefined cells.") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Consolidation (FC) or similar applications where users are working with predefined templates or files. This error indicates that the system is unable to read a specific file, often due to issues related to the structure or content of the file.
  Causes:
  
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format (e.g., Excel, CSV) or may be corrupted.
  Predefined Cells Altered: The error suggests that predefined cells in the template have been modified. These cells are often protected or locked to ensure the integrity of the data structure.
  File Path or Permissions: The file may not be accessible due to incorrect file paths or insufficient permissions for the user trying to access it.
  Data Validation Errors: The data within the file may not meet the validation rules set by the