How To Fix RP656 - Format data is incorrect

RP656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Format data is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The data for positioning and length do not lie within the permitted
range.

System Response

The entry is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Correct the entry.
The following checks are performed:
The product of column number and column length may not be greater than
50.
The start position for the wage type text must lie within the column
length.
The sum of the start position and the length of the wage type amount
must lie within the column length.
The start position for the plus/minus sign must lie within the column
length.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP656 - Format data is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message RP656, which states "Format data is incorrect," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with HR-related data formats. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect data entries, formatting issues, or inconsistencies in the payroll configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The data entered in the payroll or HR infotypes may not conform to the expected format. This could include incorrect date formats, numeric values where text is expected, or vice versa.
  
  Configuration Issues: The payroll schema or the related configuration settings may not be set up correctly, leading to format mismatches.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields may be missing or not filled out correctly, leading to errors during processing.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not handle data formats correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Entries: Review the data entries in the relevant infotypes or payroll records.