How To Fix RSDS229 - File type not supported (only CSV and XLS supported)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 229

• Message text: File type not supported (only CSV and XLS supported)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS229 - File type not supported (only CSV and XLS supported) ?

  The SAP error message RSDS229 indicates that the file type you are trying to upload or process is not supported by the system. According to the message, only CSV (Comma-Separated Values) and XLS (Excel Spreadsheet) file formats are accepted.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported File Format: The file you are attempting to upload is in a format that is not recognized by SAP. This could be formats like TXT, XML, JSON, or any other file type that is not CSV or XLS.
  File Extension Mismatch: Sometimes, the file may have the correct extension but is not actually in the expected format. For example, a file named data.csv might actually be a text file.
  Corrupted File: The file might be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid CSV or XLS file.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Convert the File: If the file is in an unsupported format, convert it to either CSV or XLS format. You can use spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to do this.
  
  For CSV: Open the file in Excel, then choose "Save As" and select CSV as the file type.
  For XLS: Similarly, save the file as an Excel Workbook (.xls or .xlsx).
  
  
  
  Check File Integrity: Ensure that the file is not corrupted. Open it in a compatible application to verify that it displays correctly.
  
  
  Rename the File: If the file has the correct format but the extension is incorrect, rename the file to have the appropriate extension (e.g., change .txt to .csv).
  
  
  Review Data Formatting: Ensure that the data within the file adheres to the expected structure for CSV or XLS files. For CSV, ensure that values are properly separated by commas and that there are no unexpected line breaks or characters.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for details on supported file formats and guidelines for data uploads.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  File Size Limitations: Be aware of any file size limitations that may apply when uploading files to SAP, as large files may also cause issues.
  Data Validation: After converting and uploading the file, validate the data in SAP to ensure it has been imported correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDS229 error and successfully upload your data to SAP.