How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT661 - Conversion error in column &1 of sheet &2: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 661

• Message text: Conversion error in column &1 of sheet &2: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT661 - Conversion error in column &1 of sheet &2: &3 ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT661 typically occurs during the import of data into the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the Financial Closing cockpit or related applications. This error indicates that there is a conversion issue with the data in a specific column of a specific sheet in the uploaded file.
  
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data in the specified column does not match the expected data type. For example, if the column expects numeric values but receives text or special characters, this error will occur.
  
  
  Invalid Format: The data format may not conform to the expected format. For instance, date formats or currency formats might be incorrect.
  
  
  Empty or Null Values: If the column is mandatory and contains empty or null values, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Special Characters: The presence of special characters that are not allowed in the specified column can also lead