How To Fix 3G776 - &1 cannot be a text field, infotye <> 'C'

3G776 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 776

• Message text: &1 cannot be a text field, infotye <> 'C'

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3G776 - Details

• The SAP error message 3G776 indicates that a specific field cannot be a text field because the infotype (infotype) is not of type 'C' (which typically stands for character or text fields). This error usually occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data management, particularly when dealing with infotypes that are expected to contain specific types of data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Type: The field you are trying to use is expected to hold a different type of data (e.g., numeric or date) rather than text.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being provided.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry process where a text value is being assigned to a field that does not accept it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Configuration: Review the configuration of the infotype in transaction PM01 or PPO1