How To Fix PTRA_DIALOGUE082 - File does not have the required file format (.csv or .txt)

PTRA_DIALOGUE082 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PTRA_DIALOGUE - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 082

• Message text: File does not have the required file format (.csv or .txt)

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PTRA_DIALOGUE082 - Details

• The SAP error message PTRA_DIALOGUE082 indicates that the system is expecting a file in a specific format (either .csv or .txt), but the file provided does not meet these requirements. This error typically occurs during file uploads or data imports where the system is validating the file format before processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are trying to upload is not in the required format. For example, it might be in a different format like .xls, .xlsx, or any other unsupported format.
  File Extension Mismatch: The file may have the correct extension (e.g., .csv or .txt) but is not actually formatted as such. For instance, a .csv file might be saved in a way that does not conform to the CSV structure.
  Corrupted File: The file could be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system being unable to recognize it as a valid CSV or TXT file.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that