How To Fix /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT056 - Separator not permitted

/SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Separator not permitted

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/SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT056 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT056 Separator not permitted typically occurs in the context of data change management, particularly when dealing with data import or export processes. This error indicates that a separator character used in the data is not allowed or is incorrectly formatted.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Separator Character: The separator character used in the data file (like a comma, semicolon, or tab) is not recognized or permitted by the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for data import/export may not align with the format of the data being processed.
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported may contain unexpected characters or formatting that conflicts with the expected structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Separator Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the data import/export process. Ensure that the separator character specified in the settings matches the one used in your data file.
  If you are using a custom separator, ensure that it is supported by the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Data File:
  
  Open the data file