How To Fix U1709 - Bad data format; check specification of data file in user document

U1709 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U1 - Tax reporter interface

• Message number: 709

• Message text: Bad data format; check specification of data file in user document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U1709 - Bad data format; check specification of data file in user document ?

  The SAP error message U1709, which states "Bad data format; check specification of data file in user document," typically occurs during data import or data processing activities in SAP. This error indicates that the format of the data being processed does not match the expected format defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The data file being uploaded may not be in the correct format (e.g., CSV, TXT) as specified in the user documentation.
  Data Structure Mismatch: The structure of the data (e.g., number of columns, data types) may not align with the expected structure defined in the SAP system.
  Invalid Characters: The data file may contain invalid characters or special characters that are not supported.
  Missing Required Fields: Some required fields may be missing in the data file, leading to a format error.
  Incorrect Delimiters: If the file uses a different delimiter than what is expected (e.g., using commas instead of semicolons), it can