How To Fix FKK_ID_JP051 - File format is invalid: Invalid record category &1 (line &2)

FKK_ID_JP051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_JP - FICA Japan

• Message number: 051

• Message text: File format is invalid: Invalid record category &1 (line &2)

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FKK_ID_JP051 - Details

• The SAP error message FKK_ID_JP051 indicates that there is an issue with the file format being processed, specifically related to an invalid record category in the input file. This error typically occurs during the processing of electronic payment files or data imports in the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Record Category: The error suggests that the record category specified in the file does not match the expected categories defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect formatting of the input file.
  Use of an unsupported or incorrect record type.
  Corruption or alteration of the file structure.
  
  
  
  Line Number Reference: The error message includes a line number (&2), which indicates the specific line in the file where the invalid record category was detected. This can help in pinpointing the exact location of the issue.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file being uploaded adheres to the required format