How To Fix PG827 - Field &1 from infotype &2 is of "QUAN" format


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

  • Message number: 827

  • Message text: Field &1 from infotype &2 is of "QUAN" format

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  • What causes this issue?

    Quantity fields, that is to say fields in <LS>QUAN</> format, cannot be
    used in headers. Since the &V1& field of the &V2& infotype is this type
    of field, it cannot be used in the header.

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

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    Contact your system administrator.

    Procedure for System Administrators

    Determine the missing entry in the IMG for <LS>Personnel Adminsitration
    </> in the <LS>Header Structure per Infotype</> view of the "
    <DS:SIMG.OHIX0635>Define Infotype Header</>" step, and correct it.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG827 - Field &1 from infotype &2 is of "QUAN" format ?
    The SAP error message PG827 indicates that there is an issue with a field in an infotype that is expected to be in a "QUAN" (quantity) format. This error typically arises when the system encounters a value that does not conform to the expected format for that field.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Data Entry: The value entered in the field may not be a valid quantity. For example, it might contain non-numeric characters or be formatted incorrectly. Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the format of the quantity fields may not have been preserved correctly.
    Configuration Issues: The infotype configuration may not be set up correctly to handle the expected data types.
    Solution: Check Data Entry: Review the data entered in the field specified by the error message. Ensure that it is a valid quantity (e.g., numeric values without any letters or special characters). Review Infotype Configuration: Check the configuration of the infotype in the

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