How To Fix VATCRQ104 - Inconsistent metadata: file name (&1) does not match file data (&2)

VATCRQ104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VATCRQ - Message class for formalized inquiries

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Inconsistent metadata: file name (&1) does not match file data (&2)

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VATCRQ104 - Details

• The SAP error message VATCRQ104 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the metadata of a file and its actual content. Specifically, the file name does not match the expected data within the file. This error typically occurs during the processing of VAT returns or similar tax-related files in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  File Naming Mismatch: The file name specified in the metadata does not correspond to the actual data contained within the file. This could happen if the file was renamed after it was generated or if the wrong file was uploaded.
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the expected format or structure, leading to discrepancies between the metadata and the actual content.
  Data Corruption: The file may have been corrupted during transfer or storage, causing inconsistencies.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in SAP that define how files are processed and validated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Name: Check the file name