How To Fix DBMAN280 - Non-permitted format for the relative data

DBMAN280 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Non-permitted format for the relative data

What causes this issue?

You tried to enter a value that is not permitted as a relative date.
Only whole number values (positive or negative) are allowed.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN280 - Non-permitted format for the relative data ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN280 "Non-permitted format for the relative data" typically occurs in the context of database management and data handling within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the format of the data being processed, particularly when it comes to relative data formats that are not allowed or recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being inputted or processed does not conform to the expected format. This could be due to incorrect data types, invalid characters, or unexpected data structures.
  Database 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the database that do not allow certain formats of data to be processed.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from one system to another, the format of the data may not match the expected format in the target system.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom ABAP code or enhancements that manipulate data may inadvertently produce data