Troubleshooting
Problem
IBM Transformation Extender (ITX) Excel adapter fails to read certain .xslx files and reports 'Failed to read zip entry source'.
Symptom
ITX Excel adapter fails to read certain .xslx files and reports 'Failed to read zip entry source'.
Cause
ITX Excel adapter fails to read certain .xslx files and reports 'Failed to read zip entry source' when they internally expand to a size that goes below the default minimum inflation rate (zip bomb detection).
Environment
Using the ITX Excel Adapter to read a .xlsx file.
Diagnosing The Problem
The ITX Excel Adapter log contains the following error :
Error code: -2 , Error message: Exception occurred - Failed to read zip entry source
Resolving The Problem
Obtain patch for APAR PH21899.
Document Location
Worldwide
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Document Information
Modified date:
10 March 2020
UID
ibm11846479