How To Fix RSL_UI118 - Error while processing data. Invalid data type for value '&1'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error while processing data. Invalid data type for value '&1'.

What causes this issue?

Value '&V1&' in file (row &V2&, column &V3&) cannot be converted to the
predefined data type.
CSV Files

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

The system has analyzed the file data to establish the column properties
(data type, length, characteristic/key figure). Only a certain part of
the file was analyzed due to performance reasons.
The error described above did not occur in the analyzed part of the
file.
Microsoft Excel Files
The properties (data type, length, characterstic/key figure) were
established from the cell formating in the first data row.
The error described above occurred in a different row in the file.

System Response

CSV Files
The system has investigated the inconvertible value and established data
type '&V4&'.
Microsoft Excel Files
The system proposes data type &V4&.

How to fix this error?

CSV Files
Close the data preview and set data type '&V4&' for column '&V3&' or
change the value in the file and load it again.
Alternatively, you can select column &V3& and use the <LS>Propose Type
</> function. The system then analyzes the values in the column.
Microsoft Excel Files
Close the data preview and set data type '&V4&' for column '&V3&' or
change the value or the cell formating of the first data row in the file
and load it again.
Now perform the operation again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI118 - Error while processing data. Invalid data type for value '&1'. ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI118, which states "Error while processing data. Invalid data type for value '&1'", typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data being processed in a transaction or report. This can happen in various contexts, such as when inputting data into a form, processing data in a report, or during data uploads.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The most common cause is that the system expects a certain data type (e.g., integer, string, date) but receives a different type. For example, if a numeric field is expected but a string is provided.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: If you are using a custom program or report, there may be incorrect field mappings or data type definitions.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter data in an incorrect format, such as entering letters in a numeric field.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the