How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG720 - Error while reading data from &1; &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Error while reading data from &1; &2 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG720 - Error while reading data from &1; &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG720 typically indicates that there is an issue with reading data from a specified source, where the source is identified by the placeholders &1 and &2. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to data extraction or data processing tasks within SAP systems, particularly in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or other modules that involve data handling.
  Cause
  The error message suggests that the system encountered an invalid entry or data format while trying to read from the specified source. Common causes include:
  
  Invalid Data Format: The data being read does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  Missing Data: The required data might be missing or not available in the source.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the data source or the related settings in SAP.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There