How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060035 - The opening of text files with code page '&' is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060 -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The opening of text files with code page '&' is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060035 - The opening of text files with code page '&' is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060035 indicates that there is an issue with opening text files due to an unsupported code page. This typically occurs when the code page specified for the text file does not match the expected encoding or is not supported by the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Code Page: The code page specified in the file or in the SAP settings is not supported by the SAP system. This can happen if the file is encoded in a format that SAP cannot read (e.g., UTF-16, or a specific regional code page).
  Incorrect File Encoding: The text file may be saved in an encoding that does not match the expected code page in SAP.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not align with the file's encoding.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Encoding: Ensure that the text file is saved in a supported encoding format. Commonly supported formats include:
  
  UTF-8
  ISO-8859-1 (Latin-1)
  Windows-1252
  
  You can use text editors like Notepad++ or tools like iconv to check and convert the file encoding.
  
  
  Adjust Code Page Settings: If you have control over the SAP system settings, check the code page settings in the SAP system. You may need to adjust the settings to match the encoding of the text file.
  
  
  Use a Different File: If possible, try using a different text file that is known to be in a supported encoding.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance related to this error message. SAP may have released updates or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team. They may have insights into system configurations or logs that can help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) and file handling for more details on supported formats and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Code Page List: Familiarize yourself with the list of supported code pages in SAP, which can usually be found in the SAP Help Portal or related documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully open the text files in your SAP environment.