How To Fix CME_DTYPE098 - Value &: system error - data in temporary storage not formatted!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_DTYPE - CME Data Type: Checks

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Value &: system error - data in temporary storage not formatted!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CME_DTYPE098 - Value &: system error - data in temporary storage not formatted! ?

  The SAP error message CME_DTYPE098 indicates that there is a problem with the data in temporary storage not being formatted correctly. This error typically arises in the context of data processing, particularly when dealing with temporary storage areas like buffers or tables that are used during data transfer or processing.
  Cause:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format. This can happen if the data is corrupted or if there is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type.
  Temporary Storage Corruption: The temporary storage area may have become corrupted or improperly initialized, leading to issues when the system tries to access or format the data.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to issues with how data is stored or retrieved.
  Programmatic Errors: Custom code or modifications in the SAP environment may inadvertently lead to this error if they do not handle data correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Format: Review the data being processed to ensure it matches the expected format. This may involve validating the data types and ensuring that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Clear Temporary Storage: If the temporary storage is corrupted, clearing it may resolve the issue. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) or SM21 (for system logs) to identify and clear problematic entries.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it handles data correctly and adheres to SAP standards.
  Check System Configuration: Verify that the system configuration settings are correct and that there are no discrepancies that could lead to data formatting issues.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may help clear temporary issues that are causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the data structures involved.
  Logs and Traces: Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any related dumps or logs that could provide more context about the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.