How To Fix GX705 - The record type specified is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GX - Archiving/Reorganization

• Message number: 705

• Message text: The record type specified is invalid

What causes this issue?

The record type specified falls outside the permitted area (0, 1, 2,
3).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GX705 - The record type specified is invalid ?

  The SAP error message GX705, which states "The record type specified is invalid," typically occurs in the context of data processing or data uploads, particularly when dealing with financial documents, master data, or other structured data formats. This error indicates that the system has encountered a record type that it does not recognize or that is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Record Type: The record type specified in the data file or input does not match any of the expected record types defined in the system.
  Data Format Issues: The data being uploaded or processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to the system being unable to interpret the record type correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not align with the record types being used.
  Version Mismatch: If you are using a specific version of a data structure or interface, it