Query regarding Import Dimensions using Flat File in EPMA

Hi All,
I am trying to import dimensions and Dimension properties using a flat text file to the master dimension library. If I try to include any properties (HFM) in the !Members Section, I am getting an error "Input Line ... does not have the expected format of 1 columns". But if I remove the properties and just build the members and hierarchies without any properties definition, I am able to succeed. Can someone guide me on what I might be missing with regards to member properties? Below is the format of the input text file.
!Section=Dimensions
'Name,DimensionClass,DimensionAlias,CustomDimensionID
HFM_Entity,Entity,HFM_Entity,
!MEMBERS=HFM_Entity
'Name,Allow Adjustments
10001000,Y
10001100,Y
!HIERARCHIES=HFM_Entity
'Parent,Child
Please let me know if any other information is required.
Cheers,
HyperionUser

Hi,
Have a look in directory \Hyperion\products\Planning\bin\sampleapp
there is a sample ads file :- SampApp Source Flat File.ads
Cheers
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http://john-goodwin.blogspot.com/

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