How To Fix GHO_FC_DIF062 - Invalid Record Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_FC_DIF - Message class for DIF Forecasting

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Invalid Record Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF062 - Invalid Record Type ?

  The SAP error message GHO_FC_DIF062, which indicates "Invalid Record Type," typically occurs in the context of data processing or data import/export operations within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with financial data or interfaces.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Record Type: The error usually arises when the system encounters a record type in the data file that it does not recognize or that is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported or processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to the system rejecting the record type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not align with the incoming data structure.
  Version Mismatch: If the data file is generated from a different version of the system or application, it may contain record types that are not supported in the current version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data File: Review the data file being processed to ensure that all record types are valid and conform to the expected format. Make sure that the record types match those defined in the SAP system.
  Validate Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings in SAP for the data import/export process are correctly set up to recognize the record types being used.
  Update Data Mapping: If there have been changes in the data structure or record types, update the data mapping in the SAP system to accommodate these changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or data interface specifications to verify the expected record types and formats.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the import/export process with a smaller set of sample data that is known to be valid to isolate the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance, especially if there are custom developments involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling record types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to data import/export processes, such as LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or other data migration tools.
  Error Logs: Review error logs or application logs in SAP to gather more context about the error and identify any additional issues that may be contributing to it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GHO_FC_DIF062 error and implement a suitable solution.