How To Fix MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER010 - You can only upload excel files.

MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER - Flexible Hierarchy message class

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You can only upload excel files.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER010 - You can only upload excel files. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER010 indicates that the system is expecting an Excel file for upload, but the file format being used is not compatible. This error typically occurs when users attempt to upload a file in a format other than Excel (e.g., CSV, TXT, etc.) into a flexible hierarchy or similar structure in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The most common cause is that the file being uploaded is not in the required Excel format (e.g., .xls or .xlsx).
  File Extension Mismatch: Sometimes, the file may have the correct extension but is not actually an Excel file (e.g., a renamed CSV file).
  Corrupted File: The Excel file may be corrupted or not properly formatted, leading to the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload is indeed an Excel file. It should be saved in either the .xls or .xlsx format.
  Re-save the File: If you have a file in