How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK090 - Raw string &1 contains wrong symbols for field &2. Tab: &3. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Raw string &1 contains wrong symbols for field &2. Tab: &3. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK090 - Raw string &1 contains wrong symbols for field &2. Tab: &3. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK090 indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed in a specific field of a table. The message states that the "Raw string &1 contains wrong symbols for field &2. Tab: &3. &4," which means that the input data for the specified field contains invalid characters or symbols that are not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The raw string provided in the input contains characters that are not permitted for the specified field. This could be due to special characters, spaces, or incorrect formatting.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being entered may not match the expected data type for the field (e.g., entering alphabetic characters in a numeric field).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define what characters are acceptable for certain fields, and the input does not comply with these settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the raw string (&1) being processed and ensure that it only contains valid characters for the specified field (&2). Remove any invalid symbols or characters.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before submitting the data to ensure that it adheres to the expected format and character set.
  Field Configuration: Review the configuration of the field in the relevant table (&3) to understand what characters are allowed. Adjust the input accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific field to understand its requirements and constraints.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the program to see where the error is occurring and what the exact input is at that point.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides patches or updates that address specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table and field definitions to understand the expected data types and formats.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If the error occurs during a custom process, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the data processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.