How To Fix FINS_SIS_BAL026 - Import failed because unknown columns were found in the import file.

FINS_SIS_BAL026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_SIS_BAL - Impl. of Doc. Splitting: Balances

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Import failed because unknown columns were found in the import file.

What causes this issue?

When you download the file to modify your data, specific columns,
including key fields and document splitting characteristics, are
provided for you to work with.
If you delete any of these columns or change the column headings in your
import file, the file cannot be imported.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the columns that are provided in the download file haven't
been deleted from or changed in your import file.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FINS_SIS_BAL026 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_SIS_BAL026 indicates that there are unknown columns in the import file when trying to import data into the SAP system. This typically occurs during data uploads or migrations, particularly when using tools like SAP Data Services or the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Column Names: The import file may contain column names that do not match the expected column names in the SAP system.
  Extra Columns: The import file may have additional columns that are not defined in the target structure of the SAP system.
  Incorrect File Format: The file format may not be compatible with the expected format for the import process.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the import template being used may not match the version of the SAP system, leading to discrepancies in expected columns.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Column Names: Review the import file and ensure that all column names match the expected names in the SAP system. Remove