Bulk Import Error Messages and Their Causes

When importing content in bulk, errors can occur due to incorrect formatting, invalid data, or system limitations. This guide lists the most common error messages you might encounter during the bulk import process and explains what each one means and how you can fix it. Understanding these messages will help you ensure a smoother and more successful import experience.

1. [Row #] Invalid date format for publish_at . Correct example format: 16/03/2020 01:30pm

   The publish date is in the wrong format.

2. [Row #] Publishing time cannot be in the past

   The publish date/time is earlier than the current time.

3. [Row #] Unable to find the queue named X . Please enter the correct name.

   The queue name provided does not exist or is misspelled.

4. [Row #] The offer title field is required

   The “Offer Title” field is missing.

5. [Row #] Invalid date format for event_start . Correct example format: 16/03/2020 01:30pm

   The start time of the event is in the wrong format.

6. [Row #] Event start time cannot be in the past

   The start time is earlier than the current time.

7. [Row #] Invalid date format for event_end . Correct example format: 16/03/2020 01:30pm

   The end time of the event is in the wrong format.

8. [Row #] Event end time cannot be in the past

   The event’s end time is earlier than the current time.

9. [Row #] Board name is required.

   Missing board name for platforms like Pinterest or Reddit.

10. [Row #] Unable to find the board name X . Please enter the correct name.

    Specified board doesn’t exist.

11. [Row #] Unable to find the boards.

    No board found for the connected account.

12. [Row #] Unable to find the flair named X . Please enter the correct name.

    Flair is either missing or misspelled.

13. [Row #] Unable to fetch file: [error message]

    There was a problem accessing or downloading the file.

14. Only images are allowed as thumbnail.

    The uploaded thumbnail is not an image file.

15. [Row #] Unable to fetch thumbnail: [error message]

    The system couldn't retrieve the thumbnail file.

16. [Row #] Error adding post to queue: [error message]

    Post couldn't be added to the queue due to an unknown issue.

17. Unable to fetch media: [error message]

    Failed to access or retrieve the media file.

18. Unable to determine type of media: [media file]

    Media type (image, video, etc.) couldn't be recognized.

19. File not found on Google Drive. Make sure the link is correct and public.

    The Google Drive link provided is either incorrect or private.