How To Fix HTA_HDI_WSM204 - Parsing file &1 is not a JSON file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HTA_HDI_WSM - Messages for Workspace Management

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Parsing file &1 is not a JSON file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HTA_HDI_WSM204 - Parsing file &1 is not a JSON file ?

  The SAP error message HTA_HDI_WSM204 indicates that there is an issue with a file that is expected to be in JSON format, but it is either not formatted correctly as JSON or is not a JSON file at all. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA Database and HDI (HANA Deployment Infrastructure) when working with deployment artifacts.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are trying to parse is not in JSON format. It could be a different file type (e.g., XML, CSV, etc.) or a corrupted file.
  Malformed JSON: The JSON file may be syntactically incorrect. This could include missing brackets, incorrect use of quotes, or other JSON formatting issues.
  File Encoding Issues: The file might be saved with an encoding that is not compatible with JSON parsing.
  File Path Issues: The file path provided might be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload or parse is indeed a JSON file. Check the file extension and content.
  Validate JSON Syntax: Use a JSON validator tool (like JSONLint) to check if the JSON is well-formed. Correct any syntax errors that are identified.
  Check File Encoding: Ensure that the file is saved with UTF-8 encoding, which is the standard for JSON files.
  Review File Path: Double-check the file path to ensure that it is correct and that the file exists at that location.
  Recreate the File: If the file is corrupted, try recreating it from the source or exporting it again in the correct format.
  
  Related Information:
  
  JSON Format: 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.
  SAP HANA Documentation: Refer to the official SAP HANA documentation for guidelines on working with HDI and JSON files.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error, which may provide additional context or clues for troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for assistance, as other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HTA_HDI_WSM204 error and successfully work with your JSON files in SAP HANA.