How To Fix PTRM_WEB_UI130 - File type not supported; specify a file with extension &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PTRM_WEB_UI - Messages used in package PTRM_WEB_UI

• Message number: 130

• Message text: File type not supported; specify a file with extension &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PTRM_WEB_UI130 - File type not supported; specify a file with extension &1 ?

  The SAP error message PTRM_WEB_UI130 indicates that the file type you are trying to upload or process is not supported by the system. The message specifies that you need to provide a file with a specific extension, which is indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  The file you are attempting to upload does not have an acceptable file extension.
  The system is configured to accept only certain file types, and the file you are trying to upload does not match those types.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the system regarding the allowed file types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check File Extension: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload has the correct extension. Commonly accepted file types might include .txt, .csv, .xls, .xlsx, etc., depending on the specific SAP application you are using.
  
  
  Refer to Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or application you are using to find out which file types are supported.
  
  
  Rename the File: If the file has the wrong extension, you can rename it to the correct one, provided that the content of the file is compatible with the expected format.
  
  
  Convert the File: If the file type is not supported, consider converting the file to a supported format using appropriate software or tools.
  
  
  Check System Configuration: If you have access to system configuration settings, verify that the allowed file types are correctly set up. This may require assistance from your SAP Basis or system administrator.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the supported file types or if the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the specific module or application documentation for guidelines on file uploads and supported formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully upload your file.