Why does 'Src cannot be blank' error occur when importing .csv file into my store?

[RicoSee]

I exported the entire contents of my Shopify store as a .csv file - 1,310 items. I then cut and pasted UPC/barcodes into the relevant column in the Shopify spreadsheet applying an individual code to each item. That is the only change I made to the Shopify generated .csv file. I then tried to import the file back into the store. For some reason I can't. It's telling me that "Src cannot be blank". As it didn't export data in the "Src" - why does it now suddenly seem to need it. Yet again I've come to a grinding stop with nowhere to go!! Any ideas?

[Dirk]

Hey, @RicoSee 

That does sound strange. I'd be happy to help point you in the right direction:

The error message "Src cannot be blank" indicates that there is data in columns 'Image Position' or 'Image Alt Text' without data in the same row under 'Image Src.'

In a typical CSV, you will want to ensure that for each link in 'Image Src', there is an appropriate 'Image Position' entered (1 for 1st image, 2 for 2nd image, etc.). In your case, it sounds like you've determined that all of your rows under 'Image Src' are blank. I would recommend checking to ensure that the 'Image Position' and 'Image alt text' rows are also completely blank too.

If there is anything else I can help you with, please let me know.

[BMXLife]

Thank you

[thatsmydawg]

thanks a bunch! Solved my problem

[SamPC]

For me the problem was that I had filled cells for the Image Alt Text column.
Then Shopify logically expects an Image Src as well.🤦‍♂️

[Musti1]

Have the Same Problem

[Dirk]

Hey, @Musti1 

Have you tried the solution mentioned by @SamPC above? 

If there is anything else I can help you with, please let me know.

[Fernandovdw]

im having problems adding the file because i have data in the "image src" column and the "image position" column but none in the "image Alt" column what do i do so i can import the file to the store

[JCW308]

When importing images via CSV, does each image link need its own separate line?

[Dirk]

That is correct. Only one image link per row. We have a step-by-step guide on uploading multiple images via CSV here you can follow.

If there is anything else I can help you with, please let me know.