How To Fix LQ324 - File does not correspond with the import format provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LQ - Proposal Pool Management

• Message number: 324

• Message text: File does not correspond with the import format provided

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LQ324 - File does not correspond with the import format provided ?

  The SAP error message LQ324, which states "File does not correspond with the import format provided," typically occurs during the import of data files into the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the structure or format of the data file being imported and the expected format defined in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file being imported may not be in the expected format (e.g., CSV, TXT) or may not adhere to the required structure (e.g., missing columns, incorrect delimiters).
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the file may not match the expected data types in the SAP system (e.g., numeric fields containing text).
  Field Length Issues: The length of the data in the file may exceed the defined length for the corresponding fields in SAP.
  Encoding Issues: The file may be saved in an incorrect character encoding (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ANSI).
  Missing Required Fields: The file may be missing mandatory fields that are required for the import process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format as specified by the SAP import documentation. Check for the correct file extension and structure.
  Check Data Structure: Review the data structure in the file to ensure it matches the expected format in SAP. This includes checking for the correct number of columns and the order of fields.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types in the file match the expected data types in SAP. For example, ensure that numeric fields do not contain any non-numeric characters.
  Field Length Validation: Check that the length of the data in each field does not exceed the maximum length defined in SAP.
  Encoding Check: Make sure the file is saved with the correct character encoding. If necessary, convert the file to the required encoding.
  Include Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are present in the file and populated with valid data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the specific SAP documentation for the import process you are using, as it will provide detailed information on the expected file format and structure.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the import, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., LSMW, BAPIs) that have their own requirements for file formats.
  Error Logs: Check any error logs or detailed messages provided by SAP during the import process for additional clues about the specific issue.
  Testing: If possible, create a small test file that adheres to the expected format and try importing it to see if the error persists.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the LQ324 error in SAP.