How To Fix AFWCH_FL007 - Error while converting the format of the selection entries

AFWCH_FL007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_FL - AFWCH: Filter Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Error while converting the format of the selection entries

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AFWCH_FL007 - Details

• The SAP error message AFWCH_FL007 indicates that there is an issue with converting the format of selection entries in a report or transaction. This error typically arises when the system encounters data that does not conform to the expected format or when there are inconsistencies in the selection criteria provided by the user.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The selection criteria may contain values that are not in the expected format (e.g., date formats, numeric formats).
  Invalid Characters: Special characters or invalid characters in the selection fields can lead to conversion errors.
  Inconsistent Data Types: The data types of the selection fields may not match the expected types in the underlying database or report logic.
  Missing or Null Values: If required fields are left blank or contain null values, it can cause conversion issues.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the report, they may not handle certain input formats correctly.
  
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