Message type: E = Error
Message class: SK - SAPcomm messages
Message number: 121
Message text: Format error
The message content format is invalid.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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The SAP error message SK121, which indicates a "Format error," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format of data being processed in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, file uploads, or when executing certain transactions. Causes of SK121 Format Error: Incorrect Data Format: The data being entered or uploaded does not conform to the expected format. This could include incorrect date formats, numeric values, or string lengths. Field Length Exceeded: The data exceeds the maximum length defined for a particular field in the database. Invalid Characters: The presence of special characters or symbols that are not allowed in the specific field.
Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system that define how data should be formatted or validated. Data Type Mismatch: Attempting to input data of one type (e.g., text) into a field that expects another type (e.g., numeric). Solutions to SK121 Format Error: Check Data Format:
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