How To Fix /SMB/SBA1165 - File & is not a correct text file with extension '.TXT' for activity &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: File & is not a correct text file with extension '.TXT' for activity &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1165 - File & is not a correct text file with extension '.TXT' for activity & ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1165 indicates that the system is unable to process a file because it does not recognize it as a valid text file with the expected .TXT extension. This error typically occurs during file uploads or data import activities in SAP Business One or related systems.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file being uploaded may not be a plain text file, even if it has a .TXT extension. It could be in a different format (e.g., binary, Excel, etc.).
  File Encoding Issues: The file may be encoded in a format that SAP does not recognize (e.g., UTF-16 instead of UTF-8).
  Corrupted File: The file might be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the error.
  Incorrect File Extension: The file may have a .TXT extension but is not actually a text file.
  File Path Issues: The file path may contain special characters or spaces that are not handled correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file is indeed a plain text file. You can open it in a text editor (like Notepad) to check its contents.
  Check File Encoding: Make sure the file is saved with the correct encoding. For SAP, UTF-8 is often recommended. You can change the encoding in your text editor when saving the file.
  Recreate the File: If the file is corrupted, try recreating it from the original data source.
  Rename the File: If the file has a .TXT extension but is not a text file, rename it to the correct format or save it as a new text file.
  Check File Path: Ensure that the file path does not contain any special characters or spaces that could cause issues during the upload process.
  Use SAP Tools: If available, use SAP tools or transaction codes designed for file uploads to ensure compatibility.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on file formats and data import procedures.
  SAP Community: Check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details about the file and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload the file.