How To Fix SDX404 - Use a file port with Unicode support

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDX - Mass Data Transfer Workbench Using BAPIs

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Use a file port with Unicode support

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDX404 - Use a file port with Unicode support ?

  The SAP error message SDX404: Use a file port with Unicode support typically occurs when there is an issue with the file port configuration in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with file transfers that involve Unicode data. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving SAP PI/PO (Process Integration/Process Orchestration) or when using file adapters for communication.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unicode File Port: The error indicates that the file port being used does not support Unicode. This can happen if the file port is configured to handle non-Unicode data, but the data being processed is in Unicode format.
  Data Encoding Mismatch: If the data being sent or received is in Unicode (e.g., UTF-8 or UTF-16) but the file port is set up for a different encoding, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: The file adapter or the communication channel may not be properly configured to handle Unicode data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change File Port Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the file port in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the file port is set to support Unicode. This typically involves selecting a Unicode-compatible file adapter or ensuring that the encoding settings are set to a Unicode format (like UTF-8).
  
  
  
  Check Communication Channel:
  
  If you are using SAP PI/PO, check the configuration of the communication channel that is using the file adapter.
  Make sure that the channel is configured to handle Unicode data. This may involve setting the appropriate encoding in the channel settings.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration with sample data that is known to be in Unicode format to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for configuring file ports and adapters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unicode Support in SAP: SAP systems support Unicode to handle multiple languages and character sets. It is essential to ensure that all components involved in data transfer are configured to handle Unicode if the data contains characters outside the standard ASCII range.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces in the SAP system to gather more context about the error, which can help in troubleshooting.
  
  By ensuring that the file port and communication channels are correctly configured to support Unicode, you should be able to resolve the SDX404 error.