How To Fix MDQ_DATA_IMPORT111 - Header line of object error file not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_DATA_IMPORT -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Header line of object error file not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_DATA_IMPORT111 - Header line of object error file not valid ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_DATA_IMPORT111 ("Header line of object error file not valid") typically occurs during the data import process in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when working with data import tools. This error indicates that there is an issue with the header line of the data file being imported, which does not conform to the expected format.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Header Format: The header line of the import file may not match the expected structure or naming conventions defined by the SAP system.
  Missing Required Fields: The header may be missing required fields that are necessary for the import process.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the header may not align with what the SAP system expects (e.g., numeric fields being treated as text).
  File Encoding Issues: The file may have encoding issues that affect how the header is read by SAP.
  Delimiter Issues: If the file uses a different delimiter than expected (e.g.,