How To Fix /STTPEC/WHS_MSG302 - Encoding of BIZLOCATION: Unknown encoding format >&1<

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/WHS_MSG -

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Encoding of BIZLOCATION: Unknown encoding format >&1<

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/WHS_MSG302 - Encoding of BIZLOCATION: Unknown encoding format >&1< ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/WHS_MSG302 Encoding of BIZLOCATION: Unknown encoding format >&1 typically indicates an issue with the encoding format of a business location (BIZLOCATION) in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data import/export processes, integration with external systems, or when processing specific transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Encoding Format: The error suggests that the system encountered an encoding format that it does not recognize or support. This could be due to incorrect data being sent to the system or a misconfiguration in the data processing settings.
  Data Corruption: If the data being processed has been corrupted or improperly formatted, it may lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the system or the specific module handling the BIZLOCATION data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Encoding: Ensure that the data being processed is in a supported encoding format (e.g., UTF-8). If you are importing data, verify that