How To Fix PC037 - Data could not be converted correctly

PC037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PC - Graphics interface messages

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Data could not be converted correctly

What causes this issue?

Data could not be converted or intepreted correctly.

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?

Check:
1.) Has the correct date format been sent to WS_UPLOAD?
2.) Does all the data in the upload file have the correct format
(particularly data with the type date)

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PC037 - Details

• The SAP error message PC037, which states "Data could not be converted correctly," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with personnel data. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data format issues, incorrect configuration, or inconsistencies in the data being processed.
  Causes of Error PC037
  
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format. This can happen if there are incorrect data types or if the data contains invalid characters.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the payroll schema or in the infotypes can lead to this error. For example, if the payroll schema is not set up correctly to handle certain types of data, it may result in conversion errors.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll data (e.g., missing fields, incorrect infotype entries), it can lead to conversion issues.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are