How To Fix GLPL160 - There are multiple file descriptions for the same file name

GLPL160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLPL - Message class planning FI-SL/GL

• Message number: 160

• Message text: There are multiple file descriptions for the same file name

What causes this issue?

You want to upload an excel sheet with a file name that references
several file descriptions. You should only use unique combinations for
file descriptions and names.

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

System Response

The upload is interrupted.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, change the file name for the related plan task.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL160 - There are multiple file descriptions for the same file name ?

  The SAP error message GLPL160, which states "There are multiple file descriptions for the same file name," typically occurs in the context of file processing or data import/export operations within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple entries or definitions for a file with the same name, which can lead to confusion or conflicts during processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate File Definitions: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple entries in the system for the same file name. This can happen if:
  
  The same file is defined in different configurations or settings.
  There are multiple versions of the same file in different directories or paths.
  There are conflicting settings in the file processing configuration.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading to multiple references to the same file.
  
  
  Data Import/Export Settings: If you are importing or exporting data, the settings for