How To Fix WXCM003 - Characts in the planning step are not suitable for the structure fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXCM - Messages for Package CM_MAP

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Characts in the planning step are not suitable for the structure fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXCM003 - Characts in the planning step are not suitable for the structure fields ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXCM003 – "Characters in the planning step are not suitable for the structure fields"
  
  Cause
  This error occurs during the planning step in SAP when the characters or data entered in the planning step do not conform to the expected format or data type of the target structure fields. Specifically:
  
  The planning step contains characters or values that are incompatible with the data type or length restrictions of the structure fields in the underlying data model.
  For example, alphanumeric characters entered where numeric values are expected.
  Or special characters that are not allowed in the structure fields.
  It can also happen if the planning step data is corrupted or if there is a mismatch between the planning step definition and the structure definition.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Planning Step Data:
  
  Review the data entered in the planning step.
  Ensure that all characters conform to the expected data types (e.g., numeric fields contain only numbers).
  Remove or correct any invalid characters or values.
  
  
  
  Validate Structure Field Definitions:
  
  Verify the data types and length of the structure fields involved.
  Make sure the planning step data matches these definitions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Step or Structure:
  
  If the planning step is incorrectly defined, adjust it to match the structure fields.
  Alternatively, if the structure fields are too restrictive, consider modifying them to accept the required data.
  
  
  
  Check for Special Characters:
  
  Remove any special or non-standard characters that might cause parsing issues.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If this error occurs after a transport or system upgrade, verify that the planning step and structure definitions are consistent across systems.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE80 or SE11 to inspect the structure.
  Use debugging tools to trace where the mismatch occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Planning Steps: In SAP, planning steps are used in planning applications (e.g., in SAP BW or SAP APO) to enter or adjust planning data.
  Structure Fields: These are the fields defined in the data structure (e.g., InfoProvider structure in BW) that hold the planning data.
  Data Type Mismatch: Common cause of errors in data entry or planning steps.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS Notes for any known issues related to WXCM003.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSPLAN – Planning in SAP BW
  SE11 – Data Dictionary (to check structure definitions)
  SE80 – Object Navigator (to check programs and structures)
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details of the planning step, structure definitions, and the exact scenario when the error occurs.