How To Fix UC029 - Field &1 no. &2 in record &3 is not filled acc. to type. Content: &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UC - FI/CO Data transfer: errors during transfer

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Field &1 no. &2 in record &3 is not filled acc. to type. Content: &4

What causes this issue?

The field contents of of the wrong type. For example numbers contain
letters.

System Response

Data transfer cancelled after reading in.

How to fix this error?

The error occurs most often when the structure of the records read in
do not correspond to the record description. Values can have different
field lengths in R/3 and R/2. The second most common source of errors
is different packed number formats.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UC029 - Field &1 no. &2 in record &3 is not filled acc. to type. Content: &4 ?

  The SAP error message UC029 indicates that a specific field in a record is not filled according to the expected data type or format. This error typically arises during data processing or data entry when the system encounters a value that does not conform to the defined structure or rules for that field.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value entered in the field does not match the expected data type (e.g., a numeric field contains alphabetic characters).
  Field Length Violation: The content exceeds the maximum length defined for that field.
  Invalid Characters: The field may contain characters that are not allowed (e.g., special characters in a numeric field).
  Missing Required Fields: A required field is left empty or not filled correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Review the field definition in the data dictionary (transaction SE11) to understand the expected data type and constraints.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being entered or processed conforms to the expected format. For example, if the field expects a numeric value, ensure that only numbers are provided.
  Correct Length: Make sure that the data does not exceed the maximum length defined for the field.
  Remove Invalid Characters: If the field is numeric, ensure that no letters or special characters are included.
  Fill Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled with valid data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the structure of the data and the relevant programs.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program execution, consider using the debugger to trace the data flow and identify where the invalid data is being introduced.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific field definitions and constraints related to the module you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.