How To Fix SY030 - Format error in text file

SY030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Format error in text file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY030 - Format error in text file ?

  The SAP error message SY030, which indicates a "Format error in text file," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format of a text file that is being processed by the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when uploading data from a text file or when importing/exporting data.
  Causes of SY030 Error
  
  Incorrect File Format: The text file may not be in the expected format (e.g., incorrect delimiters, missing headers, or incorrect encoding).
  Line Length Exceeded: The lines in the text file may exceed the maximum length allowed by SAP.
  Invalid Characters: The text file may contain characters that are not supported or expected by the SAP system.
  Encoding Issues: The file may be saved in an encoding format that is not compatible with SAP (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ANSI).
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the text file may not match the expected data types in the SAP