How To Fix GHO_FC_BU_MSG013 - File &1 ignored; Record type or File structure invalid

GHO_FC_BU_MSG013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_BU_MSG - Message class for Bulk Upload

• Message number: 013

• Message text: File &1 ignored; Record type or File structure invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_BU_MSG013 - File &1 ignored; Record type or File structure invalid ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_BU_MSG013 indicates that a file being processed has an invalid record type or file structure. This typically occurs during data import or file processing operations in SAP, particularly when dealing with file uploads or data transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid File Structure: The file being uploaded does not conform to the expected structure defined in the SAP system. This could be due to missing fields, incorrect delimiters, or an unexpected number of columns.
  Incorrect Record Type: The record type specified in the file does not match the expected record type in the SAP system. This could happen if the file format has changed or if the wrong file is being used.
  Data Format Issues: The data within the file may not be formatted correctly, such as incorrect data types or invalid characters.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in SAP for processing the file may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in