How To Fix G3578 - Extract file has an invalid structure, or currency '&1' doesn't exist

G3578 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 578

• Message text: Extract file has an invalid structure, or currency '&1' doesn't exist

What causes this issue?

The data contained in the extract file cannot be evaluated. When the
extract file is read, the program checks if the currency key contained
in the extract file exists in the present system. If not, this message
is displayed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the currency keys in the extract file.
If the currency keys are correct, create a new extract file and restart
the transfer.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3578 - Extract file has an invalid structure, or currency '&1' doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message G3578 indicates that there is an issue with the extract file structure or that a specified currency does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during data extraction processes, such as when using SAP Data Services or during the extraction of financial data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid File Structure: The extract file may not conform to the expected structure defined in the SAP system. This could be due to missing fields, incorrect data types, or an unexpected number of columns.
  Non-Existent Currency: The currency specified in the extract file (denoted by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the SAP system. This could happen if the currency code is misspelled, or if the currency has not been defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data extraction settings or in the mapping of fields between the source and target systems.
  Data Quality Issues: The