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Message type: E = Error
Message class: S_AUT - Audit Trail (ILM): Messages
Message number: 068
Message text: Table contains field in hexadecimal format
Table &V1& contains data in hexadecimal format. An evaluation of the
table contents via transaction S_AUT10 also represents this data in
hexadecimal form.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Check whether logging is relevant to this table. If necessary, you must
choose an alternativen way of logging and evaluation.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
S_AUT068
- Table contains field in hexadecimal format ?The SAP error message S_AUT068, which states "Table contains field in hexadecimal format," typically occurs when there is an issue with the data format in a table that is being accessed or modified. This error is often related to authorization checks or data handling in ABAP programs.
Cause:
- Hexadecimal Data: The error indicates that a field in the specified table is defined in a hexadecimal format, which is not compatible with the expected data type for the operation being performed.
- Authorization Issues: The error may also arise during authorization checks if the system is trying to read or write data in a format that is not supported.
- Data Type Mismatch: The program or transaction may be expecting a different data type (e.g., character or numeric) instead of hexadecimal.
Solution:
- Check Table Definition: Review the table definition in the Data Dictionary (SE11) to identify the fields that are defined in hexadecimal format. Ensure that the data types are appropriate for the operations being performed.
- Modify ABAP Code: If you are developing or modifying an ABAP program, ensure that you are handling the hexadecimal fields correctly. You may need to convert the data to a compatible format before processing.
- Use functions like
CONCATENATE
,CONVERT
, orWRITE
to handle the conversion of hexadecimal data.- Authorization Checks: If the error occurs during an authorization check, ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data in the specified format.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance related to the table and field in question.
Related Information:
If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.
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