How To Fix PFQ1045 - Incorrect entry in field &1: element &2 is type &3!

PFQ1045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFQ1 - ADP ITF

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Incorrect entry in field &1: element &2 is type &3!

What causes this issue?

The data corresponding to the "Zadig element code" is incorrect.
The infotype "Free elements in the Zadig dictionary" (0435) is used to
enter Zadig elements which may be characters (A), dates (D), amounts (A)
or digits (Di).
When the entry occurs, all fields are accessible because the nature of
the element has not yet been determined. The check is performed once the
entry has been completed.

System Response

It is not possible to save.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry and correct it as a result. Consult your Applications
Engineer or your SAP consultant to find out or check the setting for
each element.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFQ1045 - Incorrect entry in field &1: element &2 is type &3! ?

  The SAP error message PFQ1045 indicates that there is an incorrect entry in a specific field of a form or data structure. The message provides details about the field in question, the element that is causing the issue, and the expected data type.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value entered in the specified field does not match the expected data type. For example, if the field expects a numeric value but receives a string or alphanumeric input.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to accept only certain types of values, and the input provided does not conform to these constraints.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be incorrectly handling the data types.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PFQ1045 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the value you are trying to enter in the specified field. Ensure that it