How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI124 - Conversion error: Invalid separator: &1; check file header

/PF1/MSG_FH_GUI124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Conversion error: Invalid separator: &1; check file header

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI124 - Conversion error: Invalid separator: &1; check file header ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI124 Conversion error: Invalid separator: &1; check file header typically occurs during the process of importing or converting data files in SAP, particularly when the system encounters an unexpected or invalid separator in the file header. This error is often related to file formats and delimiters used in data files.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Separator: The file being processed has a separator (like a comma, semicolon, tab, etc.) that does not match the expected format defined in the SAP system.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be formatted correctly, or it may contain unexpected characters or structures.
  Configuration Mismatch: The settings in the SAP system for file import may not align with the actual format of the file being imported.
  Header Row Issues: The header row of the file may be missing or incorrectly formatted, leading to the system being unable to identify the correct separator.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Format: Open the file in