Message type: E = Error
Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management
Message number: 608
Message text: Enter field with allowed format
In the section <LS>Automatic value assignment</> or in the section
<LS>Possible entries</>, you entered a field whose format (&V1&) does
not correspond to the characteristic format (&V2&).
For numeric characteristics, you can only use numeric field formats
(such as DEC, FLTP, INT1, INT2, INT4, QUAN etc.).
For characteristics with a date or time format, you can only use the
field formats DATS or TIMS.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Choose a field whose format corresponds to the characteristic format.
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CB608
- Enter field with allowed format ?The SAP error message CB608 ("Enter field with allowed format") typically occurs when the input provided in a field does not conform to the expected format or data type defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering data in transaction codes, forms, or reports. Causes: Incorrect Data Type: The input does not match the expected data type (e.g., entering text in a numeric field). Format Issues: The input does not follow the required format (e.g., date formats, currency formats). Field Length Exceeded: The input exceeds the maximum length allowed for the field. Invalid Characters: The input contains characters that are not permitted (e.g., special characters in a numeric field). Mandatory Fields: A required field is left blank or not filled in correctly. Solutions: Check Input Format: Ensure that the data you are entering matches the expected format. For example, if a date is required, make sure to enter it in the correct
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