How To Fix CNV20201068 - Format error! Number = &1 has wrong data format! (&2)

CNV20201068 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20201 -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Format error! Number = &1 has wrong data format! (&2)

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CNV20201068 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV20201068 indicates a format error related to a number that does not conform to the expected data format. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's data migration tools or during system upgrades.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Format Mismatch: The number provided does not match the expected format defined in the target system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect decimal or thousand separators.
  The number being too large or too small for the target field.
  The number being in a different format (e.g., text instead of numeric).
  
  
  
  Data Type Issues: The source data type may not be compatible with the target data type. For example, trying to insert a string into a numeric field.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the SAP system regarding number formats (like currency, decimal places, etc.) may not align with the incoming data.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Format: Review the data being imported or converted. Ensure that the