How To Fix /PRA/CHECK_INPUT096 - File should be of .csv extension

/PRA/CHECK_INPUT096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CHECK_INPUT -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: File should be of .csv extension

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT096 - File should be of .csv extension ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT096 File should be of .csv extension indicates that the system is expecting an input file with a .csv (Comma-Separated Values) extension, but the file provided does not meet this requirement. This error typically occurs during data uploads or imports where the system is configured to accept only CSV files.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Type: The file you are trying to upload may have a different extension (e.g., .txt, .xls, .xlsx, etc.) instead of .csv.
  File Renaming: Sometimes, files are renamed to have a .csv extension, but the content format does not match the CSV format.
  File Corruption: The file might be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading the system to not recognize it as a valid CSV file.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Extension: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload has the correct .csv extension. You can do this by checking the file properties or renaming the file if necessary.
  Verify File Format: