How To Fix /PRA/CA_SPF002 - Save the file in csv format;System supports only csv format during upload

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CA_SPF -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Save the file in csv format;System supports only csv format during upload

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF002 - Save the file in csv format;System supports only csv format during upload ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF002 Save the file in csv format; System supports only csv format during upload indicates that the system is expecting a file in CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format for an upload operation, but the file you are trying to upload is in a different format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are attempting to upload is not saved in CSV format. It may be in formats like Excel (.xls, .xlsx), text (.txt), or others.
  File Extension: Even if the file is in CSV format, it might have an incorrect file extension (e.g., .txt instead of .csv).
  Encoding Issues: The file might be saved with an encoding that is not compatible with the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Save the File as CSV:
  
  Open the file in the application you used to create it (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
  Choose "Save As" or "Export" from the file menu.
  Select "CSV (Comma delimited) (*.csv)" as the file type.
  Ensure that you save the file with the .csv extension.
  
  
  
  Check File Encoding:
  
  Ensure that the CSV file is saved with UTF-8 encoding if the system requires it. This can usually be set in the "Save As" dialog in applications like Excel or text editors.
  
  
  
  Verify the Content:
  
  Open the CSV file in a text editor (like Notepad) to ensure that the data is properly formatted with commas separating the values.
  
  
  
  Re-upload the File:
  
  After saving the file in the correct format, try uploading it again in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are working with for any additional requirements regarding file uploads.
  File Size and Data Limits: Ensure that the file size and data limits are within the acceptable range for the SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or updates related to file uploads.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.