How To Fix /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK018 - Filetype does not correspond to the expected value &1

/UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Filetype does not correspond to the expected value &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK018 - Filetype does not correspond to the expected value &1 ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCR_VAR_CHECK018 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected file type and the actual file type being processed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP UI5 applications when the system expects a specific file type (like .js, .json, .xml, etc.) but receives a different one.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Type: The file being uploaded or processed does not match the expected file type. For example, if the system expects a .json file but receives a .txt file.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define what file types are acceptable, and these settings may not align with the files being used.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading the system to misinterpret its type.
  Development Errors: In custom development, there may be errors in the code that lead to incorrect file handling.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Type: Ensure that the file you are