How To Fix IMPORT_SALES_DOC017 - File must be smaller than &1 MB, with no more than &2 rows of order data.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: File must be smaller than &1 MB, with no more than &2 rows of order data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC017 - File must be smaller than &1 MB, with no more than &2 rows of order data. ?

  The SAP error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC017 indicates that the file you are trying to import exceeds the size limit or the number of rows allowed for order data. This error typically occurs during the import of sales documents, such as sales orders, from a file into the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  File Size Exceeded: The file you are trying to import is larger than the maximum allowed size (specified as &1 MB in the error message).
  Row Limit Exceeded: The file contains more rows of order data than the maximum allowed (specified as &2 rows in the error message).
  Data Format Issues: The file may not be formatted correctly, leading to misinterpretation of the data size or row count.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce File Size:
  
  Split the file into smaller files, ensuring each file is less than the specified size limit.
  Remove any unnecessary data or columns from the file to reduce its size.
  
  
  
  Reduce Number of Rows:
  
  If the file contains more rows than allowed, consider splitting the data into multiple files, each containing fewer rows than the specified limit.
  Ensure that each file adheres to the row limit.
  
  
  
  Check Data Format:
  
  Ensure that the file format is compatible with SAP's import requirements (e.g., CSV, Excel).
  Validate that the data is structured correctly, with appropriate headers and data types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines for the specific transaction or import process you are using to understand the limits and requirements.
  
  
  
  Use Batch Processing:
  
  If applicable, consider using batch processing or background jobs to handle larger datasets in smaller chunks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to sales document imports (e.g., VA01, VA02, etc.) and their specific import requirements.
  Performance Considerations: Be aware that importing large datasets can impact system performance, so it's advisable to perform imports during off-peak hours if possible.
  
  By addressing the file size and row count issues, you should be able to resolve the IMPORT_SALES_DOC017 error and successfully import your sales documents into SAP.