How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG778 - Error while parsing time field length (src=&1, type=&2, ex=&3, cur=&4)


/STMC/CR_MSG778 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

  • Message number: 778

  • Message text: Error while parsing time field length (src=&1, type=&2, ex=&3, cur=&4)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG778 - Error while parsing time field length (src=&1, type=&2, ex=&3, cur=&4) ?
    The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG778 indicates an issue related to parsing a time field length in a specific context, often related to data transfer or integration processes. The message provides placeholders for specific values that can help diagnose the issue:
    
    src=&1: Source of the data.
    type=&2: Type of the data being processed.
    ex=&3: Expected value or format.
    cur=&4: Current value or format being processed.
    
    Cause
    The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
    
    
    Data Format Mismatch: The time field being processed does not conform to the expected format or length. This can happen if the source system sends data in an unexpected format or if there is a mismatch in the data types.
    
    
    Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the data transfer settings, such as incorrect mapping of fields or incorrect data type definitions.
    
    
    Data Quality Issues: The data being transferred may contain invalid or corrupted entries that do not match the expected time

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