How To Fix /SCWM/CSV_UPLOAD001 - No valid CSV separator (; or ,) found in file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/CSV_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No valid CSV separator (; or ,) found in file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/CSV_UPLOAD001 - No valid CSV separator (; or ,) found in file ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/CSV_UPLOAD001 No valid CSV separator (; or ,) found in file typically occurs when you are trying to upload a CSV file into the SAP system, and the system is unable to identify the correct separator in the file. This can happen for a few reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Separator: The CSV file may not be using a valid separator (either a semicolon ; or a comma ,). It might be using a different character, such as a tab or pipe (|).
  File Format Issues: The file may not be properly formatted as a CSV file. For example, it might have extra spaces, incorrect line endings, or other formatting issues.
  Encoding Issues: The file might be saved in an encoding that SAP does not recognize, such as UTF-16 instead of UTF-8.
  Empty File: The file could be empty or not contain any data rows.
  Header Row Issues: The header row might be missing or incorrectly formatted, which can lead to the system not recognizing the data structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Separator: Open the CSV file in a text editor (like Notepad or Notepad++) and verify that the separator used is either a comma , or a semicolon ;. If it uses a different separator, change it to one of the valid options.
  Reformat the File: Ensure that the file is properly formatted as a CSV. Remove any unnecessary spaces, ensure that each row has the same number of columns, and check for any irregularities.
  Change File Encoding: Save the file in UTF-8 encoding. Most text editors allow you to choose the encoding when saving a file.
  Add/Check Header Row: Ensure that the first row of the CSV file contains the correct headers that match the expected format in SAP.
  Test with Sample Data: Create a small sample CSV file with known good data and try uploading it to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with the specific file you are trying to upload.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the module you are working with (e.g., SAP Extended Warehouse Management) for guidelines on CSV file formats and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your CSV file into the SAP system.