How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI667 - Incorrect parameter FILETYPE

/PF1/MSG_FH_GUI667 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 667

• Message text: Incorrect parameter FILETYPE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI667 - Incorrect parameter FILETYPE ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI667 Incorrect parameter FILETYPE typically indicates that there is an issue with the file type parameter being passed in a function or transaction related to file handling in SAP. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when uploading or downloading files, or when processing data files.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid File Type: The FILETYPE parameter may be set to a value that is not recognized or supported by the system. This could happen if the file type is misspelled or if an unsupported file format is being used.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not align with the expected file types for the operation being performed.
  Programmatic Errors: If the error occurs in a custom program or report, there may be a coding error where the FILETYPE parameter is being set incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the FILETYPE Parameter: Ensure that the FILETYPE parameter is set to