How To Fix RSDD_XLS_MSG006 - Normalized value '&1' from cell (column &2 row &3) is not of type &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_XLS_MSG - Excel Upload Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Normalized value '&1' from cell (column &2 row &3) is not of type &4

What causes this issue?

The content of a cell does not match the data type of the column.
The column type is determined based on the first data row and is set for
the entire column.
The cell content is copied in a normalized format and can therefore
deviate from the visible content of the Excel sheet.
If the column is of type 'Standard' (General), and the content in the
first cell of the first data row can be interpreted as a number, the
column is formatted numerically. If this is not the case, the column is
interpreted as character-type.

System Response

The load process is terminated. Previously loaded rows are discarded and
are therefore not transferred.

How to fix this error?

Correct the content of the relevant cell or change the format of the
relevant column.

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 RSDD_XLS_MSG006 - Normalized value '&1' from cell (column &2 row &3) is not of type &4 ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_XLS_MSG006 indicates that there is an issue with the data being imported into the SAP system, specifically when dealing with Excel files. The message states that a normalized value from a specific cell in the Excel file is not of the expected data type. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  
  Cause: 
  
  The error typically occurs when the data in the specified cell (column &2, row &3) does not match the expected data type (&4). For example, if the system expects a numeric value but finds a string or a date format instead, this error will be triggered.
  This can happen due to formatting issues in the Excel file, such as:
  
  Incorrect cell formatting (e.g., text formatted as numbers).
  Presence of special characters or spaces in the data.
  Data type mismatches (e.g., trying to import a date where a numeric value is expected).
  
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Excel File: Open the Excel file and navigate to the specified cell (column &2, row &3). Verify the content and format of the cell.
  Correct Data Types: Ensure that the data in the cell matches the expected data type. For example:
  
  If a numeric value is expected, ensure that the cell contains a number without any text or special characters.
  If a date is expected, ensure that the date is formatted correctly.
  
  
  Remove Special Characters: If there are any special characters or leading/trailing spaces, remove them.
  Reformat Cells: Change the cell format to the appropriate type (e.g., Number, Text, Date) as required by the SAP system.
  Re-upload the File: After making the necessary corrections, save the Excel file and attempt to upload it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Type Mapping: Familiarize yourself with the expected data types for the fields you are importing. This information can usually be found in the data model or documentation related to the specific SAP application you are using.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any specific guidelines or updates related to data import processes.
  Testing: If possible, test the import with a smaller dataset to isolate and resolve issues before attempting to upload larger files.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDD_XLS_MSG006 error and successfully import your data into SAP.