How To Fix /SAPCND/GENERATOR363 - Time stamp field &1 does not have correct type CHAR14

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/GENERATOR -

• Message number: 363

• Message text: Time stamp field &1 does not have correct type CHAR14

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/GENERATOR363 - Time stamp field &1 does not have correct type CHAR14 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/GENERATOR363 indicates that there is an issue with a timestamp field that is expected to be of type CHAR14, but it is not. This error typically arises in the context of condition management or when working with condition records in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error occurs when the system expects a timestamp in the format of a character string of length 14 (e.g., YYYYMMDDHHMMSS), but the provided value does not conform to this format.
  Incorrect Data Input: The data being processed may have been incorrectly formatted or may contain invalid characters.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate timestamp fields, they may not be handling the data correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the timestamp field being processed is formatted correctly as a CHAR14. It should follow the YYYYMMDDHHMMSS format.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data input processes to ensure that any timestamp values conform to the expected format before they are processed.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program execution, use the debugger to trace the values being passed to the timestamp field and identify where the incorrect value is being introduced.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles timestamp fields and adheres to the expected data types.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for information on data types and field definitions.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the relevant database tables and fields.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.