How To Fix SV078 - Enter only hexadecimal characters "0123456789ABCDEF".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Enter only hexadecimal characters "0123456789ABCDEF".

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to fill a hexadecimal field with ilegal characters.

System Response

Processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Enter only permitted characters.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV078 - Enter only hexadecimal characters "0123456789ABCDEF". ?

  The SAP error message SV078 indicates that the system expects a value that consists only of hexadecimal characters, which are the digits 0-9 and the letters A-F (case insensitive). This error typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a value in a field that is restricted to hexadecimal input, but the input contains invalid characters.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered characters that are not valid hexadecimal characters (e.g., letters outside A-F, special characters, or spaces).
  Data Format Issues: Sometimes, the data being imported or processed may not be in the expected format, leading to this error.
  Copy-Paste Errors: If the value was copied from another source, it might include hidden characters or formatting that is not visible.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the input consists only of the characters 0-9 and A-F. Remove any invalid characters.
  Re-enter Data: If you suspect that the input might have hidden characters, try typing the value manually instead of copying and pasting.
  Data Validation: If the value is being imported or processed from another system, validate the data format before it reaches the SAP system.
  Use Conversion Tools: If you need to convert a non-hexadecimal value to hexadecimal, use appropriate conversion tools or functions to ensure the value is valid.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected format or the context in which this error occurs, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Hexadecimal System: The hexadecimal system is a base-16 number system that uses the digits 0-9 and the letters A-F to represent values. It is commonly used in computing and digital electronics.
  SAP Fields: Certain fields in SAP, especially those related to technical configurations, memory addresses, or binary data, may require hexadecimal input.
  Error Handling: If you frequently encounter this error, consider implementing input validation checks in your processes to catch invalid entries before they trigger an error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.