How To Fix /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG023 - File format not supported; upload a CSV format file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: File format not supported; upload a CSV format file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG023 - File format not supported; upload a CSV format file ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG023 indicates that the file format you are trying to upload is not supported by the system. Specifically, it requires the file to be in CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file you are attempting to upload is not in CSV format. It could be in formats like Excel (.xls, .xlsx), text (.txt), or any other unsupported format.
  File Extension: The file may have a .csv extension but is not actually formatted as a CSV file. For example, it might be saved in a different format or contain incompatible characters.
  Corrupted File: The file might be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid CSV file.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Format:
  
  Ensure that the file is saved in the correct CSV format. You can do this by opening the file in a text editor (like Notepad) to see if the data is comma-separated.
  If you are using Excel, you can save the file as CSV by selecting "Save As" and choosing "CSV (Comma delimited) (*.csv)" from the file type options.
  
  
  
  Validate File Content:
  
  Open the CSV file in a text editor to ensure that it contains the expected data structure (e.g., headers and values separated by commas).
  Make sure there are no special characters or formatting issues that could cause the file to be unreadable.
  
  
  
  Recreate the File:
  
  If the file is still causing issues, try recreating it from scratch. Export the data again from the source system or application, ensuring it is saved in the correct format.
  
  
  
  Check for Encoding Issues:
  
  Ensure that the file is saved with the correct encoding (UTF-8 is often recommended) to avoid issues with special characters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific requirements regarding the CSV file format, such as required headers, data types, and any other constraints.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to file uploads in your specific version of SAP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Testing: If possible, test with a simple CSV file containing minimal data to ensure that the upload process works correctly before using larger or more complex files.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your CSV file to SAP.