How To Fix IMPORT_SALES_DOC001 - Your file must contain at least one sales order.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IMPORT_SALES_DOC - Messages for Import Sales Docement from Excel

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Your file must contain at least one sales order.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC001 - Your file must contain at least one sales order. ?

  The SAP error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC001 indicates that the file you are trying to import does not contain any sales order data. This error typically occurs during the import process when the system expects at least one valid sales order entry in the file being uploaded.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty File: The file you are trying to import may be empty or does not contain any sales order records.
  Incorrect Format: The file may not be in the expected format or structure, leading to the system not recognizing any sales order entries.
  Data Filtering: If there are filters applied in the file or if the data is not correctly formatted, the system may not identify any valid sales orders.
  File Type: The file type may not be supported or recognized by the SAP import function.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File Content: Open the file you are trying to import and ensure that it contains at least one valid sales order entry.