Common Import Errors and Solutions
Error: "Invalid CSV Format"
Cause: CSV file structure doesn't match requirements
Solution:
- Ensure UTF-8 encoding
- Check delimiter (comma, semicolon, tab)
- Verify column headers match expected format
- Remove special characters from headers
Error: "Missing Required Fields"
Cause: Essential product data is missing
Solution:
- Check which fields are mandatory
- Add missing columns to your file
- Set default values in project settings
Error: "API Rate Limit Exceeded"
Cause: Too many requests to external API
Solution:
- Reduce sync frequency
- Import in smaller batches
- Contact support for limit increase
Error: "Invalid Image URLs"
Cause: Product images can't be accessed
Solution:
- Verify URLs are publicly accessible
- Check for HTTPS requirements
- Ensure image format is supported
- Test URLs in browser
Prevention Tips
- Always validate data before import
- Start with small test batches
- Keep backups of working import files
- Document your import process