How To Fix SLS_LO_OIF104 - Selected MIME type &1 is not appropriate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LO_OIF - Messages for FPM LORD UI

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Selected MIME type &1 is not appropriate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LO_OIF104 - Selected MIME type &1 is not appropriate ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LO_OIF104 indicates that the selected MIME type is not appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's document management or when handling file uploads/downloads in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect MIME Type: The MIME type you are trying to use is not supported or recognized by the SAP system for the specific operation.
  Configuration Issues: The MIME type may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  File Type Restrictions: The system may have restrictions on certain file types for security or compatibility reasons.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to upload or handle files of that MIME type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check MIME Type:
  
  Verify the MIME type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is a valid and supported MIME type for the operation you are performing.
  Common MIME types include:
  
  application/pdf for PDF files
  image/jpeg for JPEG images
  text/plain for plain text files
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of MIME types in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP GUI.
  Use transaction code SICF to check the Internet Communication Framework settings and ensure that the MIME types are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to find a list of supported MIME types for the specific transaction or application you are using.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to upload or handle files of the specified MIME type. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your SAP version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MIME Types: A MIME type (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) is a standard way of classifying file types on the Internet. It helps browsers and applications understand how to handle different types of files.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SICF (for Internet Communication Framework) and OAC0 (for MIME type configuration) to manage MIME types effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.