How To Fix OA295 - File cannot be stored, because the system cannot determine the Mimetype


OA295 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

  • Message number: 295

  • Message text: File cannot be stored, because the system cannot determine the Mimetype

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  • What causes this issue?

    The MIME type of the file to be created is determined by the file
    extension.
    The extension is used as a document class, and the MIME type saved in
    the document class definition is used.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    There are 2 possible causes of the problem:
    1. The file does not have an extension. Files without extensions cannot
    be stored.
    2. The extension of the file is not saved in the document class
    definition. Save the corresponding document class and MIME type.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA295 - File cannot be stored, because the system cannot determine the Mimetype ?
    The SAP error message OA295, which states "File cannot be stored, because the system cannot determine the Mimetype," typically occurs when the system is unable to identify the MIME type of a file that you are trying to upload or store in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
    Causes:
    
    Missing MIME Type Configuration: The MIME type for the file extension you are trying to upload may not be configured in the SAP system.
    File Extension Not Recognized: The file extension of the document you are trying to upload is not recognized by the system.
    Incorrect File Format: The file format may be corrupted or not supported by the SAP system.
    System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or configurations that prevent the determination of the MIME type.
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check MIME Type Configuration:
    
    Go to transaction code SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance).
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