How To Fix RSM595 - Either enter a hexadecimal number or a character

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 595

• Message text: Either enter a hexadecimal number or a character

loading.
If you select the <LS><ZH>Hex</></> indicator, the entry in the <LS>Data
Separator</> or <LS>Escape Character</> field is always displayed as a
hexadecimal number. When you enter a character for the data separator or
escape character, these are displayed as hexadecimal code after the
entries have been checked. A 2 character entry for a data separator or
an escape character is always interpreted as a hexadecimal entry if the
<LS>Hex</> indicator is set.
<ZH>Examples: Using the escape character</>
You chose the <ZK>;</> character as data separator. However in your
file, a field has the value <ZK>12;45</>. If you have specified <ZK>#</>
as the escape character, the value in your file must be in format<ZK>
#12;45#</> so that <ZK>12;45</> is loaded into BW. The complete value
that you want to transfer has to be enclosed by the escape characters.
If the escape characters do not enclose the value but are used within
the value, the system interprets the escape characters as a normal part
of the value. If you have specified <ZK>#</> as the escape character,
the value <ZK>12#45</> is transferred as <ZK>12#45</> and <ZK>12#45#</>
is transferred as <ZK>12#45#</>.

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

hexadecimal code. These are not filtered before they are used during
interpreted as a semicolon in your file, enter the special character in
you are not sure whether, for example, a semicolon also needs to be
If you want to enter special characters such as tab or linefeed, or if
that you use a different character as the escape character.
interprets the blank character as the escape character. We recommend
If you do not enter a character as the escape character, the system
to a hexadecimal number.
The letters, numbers or special characters that you enter are converted
interpret these as a hexadecimal number.
If you have two characters in the input field, the system tries to
beginning of the field.
You have to enter letters, numbers and special characters at the
number or a special character !"?$%<(>&<)>/()=,;.:-_#'+*{[]}.
Always enter <ZH>one</> character for each field - either a letter, a
<ZH>Note the following when entering escape characters:</>
Characters</> field.
haracters. You specify these start and end characters in the <LS>Escape
indicates this by enclosing the value in particular start and end c
If the data separator character is a part of the value, the file
Separator</> field.
particular characters, you enter these separators in the <LS>Data
If the values in your file (CSV file, for example) are separated using

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM595 - Either enter a hexadecimal number or a character ?

  The SAP error message RSM595 ("Either enter a hexadecimal number or a character") typically occurs in the context of data entry or processing where a specific format is expected. This error usually arises when the system expects a hexadecimal value (often used in technical contexts like programming or data processing) but receives an invalid input instead.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Format: The user may have entered a value that is not in the expected hexadecimal format. Hexadecimal numbers consist of digits 0-9 and letters A-F (or a-f).
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be expecting a character input, but the user has entered a numeric value or an invalid character.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured incorrectly in the system, leading to confusion about what type of input is expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the input you are providing is either a valid hexadecimal number or a valid character. For hexadecimal, it should only include the digits 0-9 and letters A-F.
  Correct Data Entry: If you are entering a character, make sure it is a single character and not a string or multiple characters.
  Field Settings: If you have access to the configuration, check the field settings in the relevant transaction or program to ensure that it is set up to accept the correct data type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or program you are using to understand the expected input format.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a technical expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Hexadecimal Numbers: These are base-16 numbers used in computing and digital electronics. They are often used to represent binary data in a more human-readable form.
  SAP Transactions: The error may occur in various SAP transactions, especially those involving data entry or configuration. Knowing the specific transaction can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSM595, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.