How To Fix IFME_ENGINE126 - Separator not defined

IFME_ENGINE126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IFME_ENGINE - Incoming files - Engine

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Separator not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IFME_ENGINE126 - Separator not defined ?

  The SAP error message IFME_ENGINE126: Separator not defined typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Management (FM) module, particularly when dealing with the integration of financial data or when processing documents that require specific formatting or separators.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The separator (such as a comma, semicolon, or other delimiters) required for processing financial data is not defined in the system settings.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to the system being unable to identify the necessary separators.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not be handling separators correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IFME_ENGINE126 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP for the FM module.
  Ensure that the separators are defined correctly in the configuration settings. This can usually be