How To Fix FR245 - Data file type is not allowed

FR245 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Data file type is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You have specified a file type which is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Only use the file types allowed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FR245 - Details

• The SAP error message FR245, which states "Data file type is not allowed," typically occurs when there is an issue with the file type being used in a data upload or import process. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving file uploads, such as when using the SAP Data Services, SAP BusinessObjects, or other data management tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported File Format: The file type you are trying to upload is not supported by the SAP system. For example, if you are trying to upload a file with an extension that is not recognized (e.g., .txt, .csv, .xls, etc.), you will encounter this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to accept only certain file types, and the file you are trying to upload does not match those configurations.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system rejecting it.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary