How To Fix HRPADCZ_UTIL020 - Data format in line &1 is not correct.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCZ_UTIL - Messages for Czech Rep.- util

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Data format in line &1 is not correct.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCZ_UTIL020 - Data format in line &1 is not correct. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCZ_UTIL020 indicates that there is an issue with the data format in a specific line of a file or input that is being processed. This error typically arises during data uploads or processing in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with data transfer or integration tasks.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data in the specified line does not conform to the expected format. This could be due to:
  
  Missing required fields.
  Incorrect data types (e.g., text instead of numeric).
  Invalid date formats.
  Extra delimiters or incorrect delimiters.
  
  
  
  File Structure Issues: If you are uploading data from a file, the structure of the file may not match the expected structure defined in the SAP system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the data being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPADCZ_UTIL020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Format:
  
  Review the data in the specified line (indicated by &1 in the error message) and ensure it matches the expected format.
  Validate that all required fields are present and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Review the File Structure:
  
  If the data is being uploaded from a file, check the file structure against the expected structure in SAP.
  Ensure that delimiters (e.g., commas, tabs) are correctly placed and that there are no extra or missing delimiters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or data upload guidelines for the specific transaction or process you are using. This can provide insights into the expected data formats.
  
  
  
  Use Data Validation Tools:
  
  If available, use any data validation tools or programs provided by SAP to check the integrity of the data before uploading.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  If possible, test the upload or processing with a smaller set of sample data that is known to be correctly formatted. This can help isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review any relevant configuration settings in the SAP system that may affect data processing.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), or others related to HR data processing.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs for data uploads, ensure that the mapping and field definitions are correct.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the underlying issue causing the HRPADCZ_UTIL020 error.