How To Fix HRIESP148 - File format incorrect. JSON files should begin with '{'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 148

• Message text: File format incorrect. JSON files should begin with '{'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP148 - File format incorrect. JSON files should begin with '{' ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP148 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a JSON file being processed. Specifically, the error states that the file format is incorrect and that JSON files should begin with a '{' character, which is the standard way to denote the start of a JSON object.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The JSON file may not be formatted correctly. It could be missing the opening curly brace {, or it might be using a different format (like XML or plain text).
  Corrupted File: The file may be corrupted or improperly generated, leading to an invalid structure.
  Encoding Issues: The file might have been saved with an incorrect encoding that affects how the content is read.
  Empty File: If the file is empty, it will not contain the required starting character.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File Content: Open the JSON file in a text editor and ensure that it starts with a {. If it starts with a different character or is empty, you will need to correct it.
  Validate JSON Format: Use a JSON validator tool (available online) to check the structure of your JSON file. This can help identify any syntax errors or formatting issues.
  Re-generate the File: If the file was generated by a program or script, check the logic that creates the JSON file to ensure it is correctly formatted. You may need to modify the code to ensure it outputs valid JSON.
  Check Encoding: Ensure that the file is saved with the correct encoding (UTF-8 is commonly used for JSON files).
  Review Documentation: If you are using a specific SAP module or API, refer to the documentation to ensure that you are following the correct format and structure for the JSON data being sent or received.
  
  Related Information:
  
  JSON Structure: JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write and easy for machines to parse and generate. A valid JSON object starts with { and ends with }.
  SAP Integration: If you are integrating with SAP systems, ensure that the data being sent conforms to the expected schema and structure defined by the SAP API or service you are using.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application to catch and log such errors, which can help in troubleshooting issues related to file formats and data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP148 error and ensure that your JSON files are correctly formatted for processing in SAP.