How To Fix LDR006 - Manually format all cells with category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LDR - Messages for Generic Procedure Call

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Manually format all cells with category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LDR006 - Manually format all cells with category &1 ?

  The SAP error message LDR006 indicates that there is an issue with the formatting of cells in a spreadsheet, specifically when trying to load data into SAP from an Excel file. The message states: "Manually format all cells with category &1," where "&1" represents the specific category of data that is causing the issue.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when the data in the Excel file is not formatted correctly for the type of data being imported into SAP. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Cell Formatting: The cells in the Excel file may not be formatted to match the expected data type (e.g., text, number, date).
  Mixed Data Types: Cells may contain mixed data types, which can confuse the import process.
  Hidden Characters: There may be hidden characters or spaces in the cells that are causing the data to be misinterpreted.
  Regional Settings: The regional settings of the Excel file may not match the expected