How To Fix /GSINS/OLR_MSG036 - File &1 is in wrong format. Please check, if it is in CSV fromat

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /GSINS/OLR_MSG -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: File &1 is in wrong format. Please check, if it is in CSV fromat

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /GSINS/OLR_MSG036 - File &1 is in wrong format. Please check, if it is in CSV fromat ?

  The SAP error message /GSINS/OLR_MSG036 File &1 is in wrong format. Please check, if it is in CSV format indicates that the system is expecting a file in CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format, but the file provided does not meet the required format specifications. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are trying to upload may not be in CSV format. It could be in a different format such as Excel (.xls, .xlsx), text (.txt), or any other unsupported format.
  File Encoding Issues: The file might be in a different encoding (e.g., UTF-16 instead of UTF-8) that SAP cannot read properly.
  Delimiter Issues: The file may use a different delimiter (e.g., semicolon instead of a comma) which is not recognized by the SAP system.
  Corrupted File: The file could be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to issues during the upload process.
  Header Row Issues: The CSV file may not have the expected header row or the headers may not match the expected format.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file is saved in CSV format. You can do this by opening the file in a text editor (like Notepad) and checking if the data is separated by commas.
  Re-save the File: If the file is in Excel or another format, open it and use the "Save As" option to save it as a CSV file. Make sure to select the correct CSV format (e.g., CSV UTF-8).
  Verify Encoding: Ensure that the file is encoded in UTF-8. You can check and change the encoding in text editors or spreadsheet applications.
  Check Delimiters: Open the file in a text editor to confirm that commas are used as delimiters. If another delimiter is used, you may need to adjust the file or the SAP settings to accept that delimiter.
  Review Header Row: Ensure that the first row of the CSV file contains the correct headers as expected by the SAP system.
  Test with Sample Data: Create a small sample CSV file with known good data to test if the upload works. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the specific file or the process itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the specific SAP module documentation for details on the expected file format and structure.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, check the transaction codes related to the upload process to see if there are any specific requirements or settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues with file uploads or specific error messages.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your file in the correct format.