How To Fix HRPAYDEB2A704 - Encoding &1 (&2) does not match code page &3 (&4).

HRPAYDEB2A704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEB2A - Business to Administration: Germany

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Encoding &1 (&2) does not match code page &3 (&4).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEB2A704 - Encoding &1 (&2) does not match code page &3 (&4). ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEB2A704 indicates an issue with character encoding, specifically that the encoding of a certain data element does not match the expected code page. This can occur in various contexts, such as when processing payroll data or handling text files.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Code Pages: The error typically arises when the data being processed is encoded in a different character set than what the SAP system expects. For example, if the data is in UTF-8 but the system is set to expect ISO-8859-1, this mismatch can trigger the error.
  Data Import/Export Issues: If you are importing or exporting data (e.g., through flat files or interfaces), the encoding of the source or target file may not match the SAP system's expected encoding.
  Database Configuration: The database settings may not align with the character encoding used in the application, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Code Page Settings: Verify the code page settings in your SAP system.