How To Fix RSB_GUI060 - Changing format of field &1 from internal to external format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSB_GUI - Open Hub Destination - GUI

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Changing format of field &1 from internal to external format

What causes this issue?

You have changed the format of the field from the internal format to the
external format.

System Response

The entries in the <LS>Length </>column for the field relate to the
external format.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSB_GUI060 - Changing format of field &1 from internal to external format ?

  The SAP error message RSB_GUI060, which states "Changing format of field &1 from internal to external format," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or reporting tools when there is an issue with the formatting of data fields. This error usually arises when there is a mismatch between the internal representation of data (how it is stored in the database) and the external representation (how it is displayed in reports or user interfaces).
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field in question may have a data type that is not compatible with the expected format. For example, a numeric field may be expected to be displayed as a string or vice versa.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: The mapping of fields in the query or report may not align with the underlying data model, leading to format discrepancies.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may have changed, or there may be inconsistencies in the