How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK091 - Value &1 was provided in incorrect form for field &2 of table &3. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Value &1 was provided in incorrect form for field &2 of table &3. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK091 - Value &1 was provided in incorrect form for field &2 of table &3. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK091 indicates that a value provided for a specific field in a table is in an incorrect format. This error typically arises during data entry or processing when the system expects a certain type of data (e.g., numeric, date, alphanumeric) but receives something that does not conform to the expected format.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value provided does not match the expected data type for the field. For example, if a numeric field is expecting a number but receives a string or special character.
  Length Exceeded: The value may exceed the maximum length defined for the field.
  Invalid Characters: The value may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in the field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the field in the table, such as incorrect data element definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Field Definition: Review the field definition in the relevant table to understand the expected data type and format. You can do this using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being entered or processed conforms to the expected format. This includes checking for:
  
  Correct data type (e.g., numeric, date).
  Length of the value.
  Allowed characters (e.g., no special characters in numeric fields).
  
  
  Correct the Data: Modify the input data to match the expected format and try the operation again.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider using transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) or SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any related dumps or logs that might provide more context on the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the table and field in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.