How To Fix UJZ_EXCEPTION018 - Books: Duplicate 'BOOKTYPE' column exist in csv file, section: [&1].

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJZ_EXCEPTION - BPC: Books Message Class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Books: Duplicate 'BOOKTYPE' column exist in csv file, section: [&1].

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJZ_EXCEPTION018 - Books: Duplicate 'BOOKTYPE' column exist in csv file, section: [&1]. ?

  The SAP error message UJZ_EXCEPTION018 indicates that there is a problem with a CSV file being processed, specifically that there are duplicate columns named 'BOOKTYPE' in the file. This error typically occurs during data import or upload processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with financial or accounting data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of multiple columns with the same name ('BOOKTYPE') in the CSV file. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual Errors: When creating or editing the CSV file, a user may have inadvertently added the same column multiple times.
  Data Export Issues: If the CSV file was generated from another system or tool, it may have included duplicate columns due to configuration or data extraction settings.
  Template Misuse: If a template was used to create the CSV file, it may have been modified incorrectly, leading to duplicate column names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Open the CSV File: Use a text editor or spreadsheet application (like Excel) to open the CSV file.
  Check for Duplicate Columns: Look for the header row of the CSV file and identify any duplicate 'BOOKTYPE' columns.
  Remove Duplicates: Delete or rename the duplicate columns. Ensure that each column name is unique.
  Validate Data: After making changes, validate the data in the CSV file to ensure that it meets the required format and structure for SAP.
  Re-upload the File: Save the changes and attempt to upload the CSV file again in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CSV Format: Ensure that the CSV file adheres to the expected format required by SAP, including proper delimiters (commas, semicolons, etc.) and encoding (UTF-8 is commonly used).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user guides specific to the module you are working with for any additional requirements regarding data uploads.
  Error Logs: If the error persists after correcting the CSV file, check SAP error logs for more detailed information about the issue.
  Testing: It may be helpful to test with a smaller subset of data to ensure that the format is correct before attempting to upload larger files.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UJZ_EXCEPTION018 error and successfully upload your data into SAP.