How To Fix RSOD170 - Maintain MIME type / file name extension &1 in table SDOKMIME_C

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOD - Messages for Document Link

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Maintain MIME type / file name extension &1 in table SDOKMIME_C

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOD170 - Maintain MIME type / file name extension &1 in table SDOKMIME_C ?

  The SAP error message RSOD170 indicates that there is an issue with the MIME type or file name extension in the system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid MIME type for a specific file extension that is being processed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing MIME Type: The MIME type for the specified file extension is not maintained in the SAP table SDOKMIME_C.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for handling certain file types may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the file type.
  File Extension Not Supported: The file extension being used may not be supported or recognized by the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to maintain the MIME type for the specified file extension in the SDOKMIME_C table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to access the table SDOKMIME_C.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Look for existing entries for the file extension that is causing the error. You can filter by the file extension to see if it is already present.
  
  
  
  Add a New Entry:
  
  If the entry does not exist, you will need to create a new entry:
  
  Click on the "Create" button.
  Enter the file extension (e.g., .txt, .pdf, etc.) in the appropriate field.
  Specify the corresponding MIME type (e.g., text/plain, application/pdf, etc.).
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After maintaining the MIME type, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MIME Types: MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) types are used to specify the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. They are essential for web browsers and applications to understand how to handle different types of files.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on MIME types and their configuration within the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and SICF (for Internet Communication Framework) for managing MIME types and file handling.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.