How To Fix /SCWM/ELS049 - Format source file &1 is incorrect; unable to upload &2 data rows

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ELS -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Format source file &1 is incorrect; unable to upload &2 data rows

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ELS049 - Format source file &1 is incorrect; unable to upload &2 data rows ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ELS049 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the source file being uploaded, which is preventing the system from processing the data rows. This error typically occurs in the context of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to upload data from an external file into the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The source file may not be in the expected format (e.g., CSV, TXT) or may not adhere to the required structure (e.g., missing headers, incorrect delimiters).
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the source file may not match the expected data types in the SAP system (e.g., numeric fields containing text).
  Invalid Characters: The file may contain invalid characters or special characters that are not supported.
  File Encoding Issues: The file may be encoded in a format that is not compatible with SAP (e.g., UTF-16 instead of UTF-8).
  Exceeding Row Limits: The file may contain more rows than the system can handle in a single upload.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the source file is in the correct format and adheres to the expected structure. Verify that the file has the correct headers and delimiters.
  Validate Data Types: Review the data in the source file to ensure that it matches the expected data types in SAP. Correct any discrepancies.
  Remove Invalid Characters: Scan the file for any invalid or special characters and remove or replace them as necessary.
  Adjust File Encoding: Ensure that the file is saved with the correct encoding (preferably UTF-8) before uploading.
  Limit Rows: If the file contains a large number of rows, consider splitting it into smaller files and uploading them separately.
  Use SAP Tools: Utilize SAP tools or transaction codes (like /SCWM/ELS for EWM) to validate the file before uploading. This can help identify issues in advance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for specific guidelines on file formats and data uploads.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EWM that pertain to data uploads and file processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Testing: Before performing a large upload, conduct a test with a small sample file to ensure that the format and data are correct.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your data into SAP.