Spectrus: What to do if a Vendor Dataset always fails during bulk import

Description
Occasionally, a particular raw dataset may trigger errors when included in a bulk import, while other files import correctly. This can indicate corruption in the vendor file or edge‑case conditions in the import filter.

Solution

1. Isolate the problematic file:
   • From your bulk set, try importing half the files.
   • If the error occurs, narrow further until you find the specific file that consistently fails.
2. Once identified, attempt to:
   • Import that file alone, using the same settings.
   • Open the file in the original vendor software to check for warnings or corruption.
3. If the vendor software also fails or shows warnings:
   • Treat the raw file as corrupted.
   • Re‑acquire the data if possible.
4. If vendor software opens the file but Spectrus fails:
   • Note instrument type, software version, and specific file path.
   • Test with the latest Spectrus version to see if the issue has been resolved in a newer import filter.
5. For persistent, reproducible issues in a supported vendor format:
   • Save an anonymized copy of the dataset if internal investigation is required.
   • Log the problem with sufficient details (instrument, vendor software version, approximate file size, Spectrus version, and steps taken).
6. While the specific file is under investigation:
   • Exclude it from bulk imports to avoid halting routine processing of other datasets.