How To Fix ICC-FI002 - First record is wrong type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC-FI - Dunning (Sweden)

• Message number: 002

• Message text: First record is wrong type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC-FI002 - First record is wrong type ?

  The SAP error message ICC-FI002, which states "First record is wrong type," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with file uploads or data imports. This error indicates that the system expected a specific type of record as the first entry in the file being processed, but it encountered a different type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file being uploaded may not be in the expected format. For example, if the system expects a header record as the first line and the file starts with a data record instead, this error will occur.
  Data Structure Mismatch: The structure of the data in the file may not match the expected structure defined in the SAP system. This could include incorrect delimiters, missing fields, or incorrect data types.
  File Encoding Issues: Sometimes, the encoding of the file (e.g., UTF-8, ANSI) can lead to misinterpretation of the first record.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration