How To Fix GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD024 - Line &3: Field &2: Error occured while conversion of value '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD - Messages MCA Excel Upload

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Line &3: Field &2: Error occured while conversion of value '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD024 - Line &3: Field &2: Error occured while conversion of value '&1' ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD024 typically occurs during the process of uploading data from an Excel file into the SAP system, particularly when dealing with financial data or master data. The error message indicates that there was an issue converting a specific value in the specified field during the upload process.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value in the Excel file may not match the expected data type in SAP. For example, if a numeric field is expected but a text value is provided, this error can occur.
  Invalid Format: The value may be in an incorrect format. For instance, dates or currency values may not be formatted correctly according to SAP's requirements.
  Special Characters: The presence of special characters or leading/trailing spaces in the data can cause conversion issues.
  Missing Required Fields: If a required field is missing or has an invalid entry, it can lead to this error.
  Excel File Issues: Sometimes, the Excel file itself may have issues, such as corrupted data or incorrect cell formatting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types in the Excel file match the expected data types in SAP. For example, if a field expects a numeric value, ensure that the Excel cell is formatted as a number.
  Validate Formats: Review the format of the values in the Excel file. For dates, ensure they are in the correct format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD). For currency, ensure that the format matches what SAP expects.
  Remove Special Characters: Check for and remove any special characters or leading/trailing spaces in the data.
  Review Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the values are valid.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the upload with a small set of data to identify specific rows or values causing the issue.
  Use SAP's Data Upload Tools: If available, use SAP's built-in tools for data uploads, such as LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs, which may provide better error handling and validation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LSMW, SE38 (for running programs), or SE11 (for data dictionary) to help troubleshoot.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific error message or the upload process.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on data uploads, including required formats and data types.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or application logs in SAP for more detailed information about the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message during the Excel upload process in SAP.