How To Fix OIUX3253 - Invalid file type, upload file with '.csv' format.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUX3 - Tax Reporting

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Invalid file type, upload file with '.csv' format.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUX3253 - Invalid file type, upload file with '.csv' format. ?

  The SAP error message OIUX3253 indicates that the system is expecting a file in the CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format, but the uploaded file is of an invalid type. This error typically occurs during data uploads or imports where the system is configured to accept only specific file formats.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The uploaded file may not be in the CSV format. It could be in a different format such as Excel (.xls, .xlsx), text (.txt), or any other unsupported format.
  File Extension: The file may have a .csv extension but is not actually formatted as a CSV file. For example, it could be a text file saved with a .csv extension.
  Corrupted File: The file might be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid CSV file.
  Encoding Issues: The file may be saved with an encoding that is not compatible with the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload is indeed a CSV file. You can open it in a text editor (like Notepad) to verify its contents.
  Re-save the File: If the file is in another format (like Excel), open it in the appropriate application and save it as a CSV file. Make sure to select the correct CSV format (e.g., CSV UTF-8).
  Verify File Extension: Ensure that the file has the correct .csv extension. If it has a different extension, rename it appropriately.
  Check for Corruption: If the file is suspected to be corrupted, try creating a new CSV file with the same data and upload it again.
  Encoding: Save the CSV file with UTF-8 encoding, as this is often compatible with SAP systems.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data within the CSV file adheres to the expected format and structure required by the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for specific guidelines on the required format for CSV files, including delimiters, headers, and data types.
  SAP Community: Check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Testing: If possible, test the upload with a simple CSV file containing minimal data to ensure that the upload process works correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OIUX3253 error and successfully upload your CSV file to the SAP system.