How To Fix XS072 - Generic format '*' is not allowed when excluding formats

XS072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Generic format '*' is not allowed when excluding formats

What causes this issue?

You have specified a generic format '*' and also choosen the option
'supports all formats except '. This combination is not possible
because it would mean that the node does not support any formats at
all.

System Response

It is not possible to save.

How to fix this error?

Either delete the generic format '*' or choose the option 'supports all
formats'.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

XS072 - Details

• The SAP error message XS072, which states "Generic format '' is not allowed when excluding formats," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when there is an issue with the configuration of file formats in a data import or export scenario. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a wildcard character (``) in a context where it is not permitted, particularly when you are trying to exclude certain formats.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error usually arises when the configuration for file formats in a data transfer or import/export scenario incorrectly uses the wildcard character * while also specifying exclusions. The system does not allow the use of a generic format when you are trying to exclude specific formats.
  
  
  File Format Specification: If you are defining file formats in a way that includes a wildcard for all formats while simultaneously trying to exclude certain formats, this will trigger the error.
  
  
  
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