How To Fix WXP703 - Unexpected field content

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Unexpected field content

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP703 - Unexpected field content ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP703 - Unexpected field content
  
  Cause:
  The error message WXP703 - Unexpected field content typically occurs in SAPscript or Smart Forms when the system encounters data in a field that it does not expect or cannot process correctly. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect or unexpected data format in a field.
  Data type mismatch between the field content and the expected format.
  Corrupted or invalid data being passed to the form.
  Issues in the form logic or print program where the field content is not properly prepared or formatted before being output.
  Sometimes, this error can also occur if a field is left empty or contains special characters that the form processing logic cannot handle.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WXP703 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Source:
  
  Verify the data being passed to the form or print program.
  Ensure that the data types and formats match the expected input for the fields.
  Look for any null, empty, or special characters that might cause issues.
  
  
  
  Debug the Print Program or Form:
  
  Use the SAP debugger to trace the point where the error occurs.
  Check the field values just before they are passed to the form.
  Validate any conversions or formatting routines applied to the field.
  
  
  
  Review the Form Layout:
  
  In SAPscript or Smart Forms, check the field definitions.
  Ensure that the field length and data type are correctly defined.
  If the field is a variable or a text element, verify that it is properly initialized.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the data contains unexpected characters, cleanse or sanitize the data before passing it to the form.
  Use ABAP string functions to remove or replace invalid characters.
  
  
  
  Update or Patch:
  
  Check if there are any SAP Notes related to this error for your SAP version.
  Apply relevant patches or corrections if available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71 - SAPscript form maintenance
  SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms maintenance
  SE38 or SE80 - ABAP Editor for print program debugging
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Printing documents like invoices, delivery notes, or purchase orders where data inconsistencies exist.
  Migrated or interfaced data that may not conform to expected formats.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing message class WXP and message number 703.
  Example note might address specific issues with Smart Forms or SAPscript related to this error.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WXP703 - Unexpected field content indicates that the form processing encountered data in a field that it could not handle. The root cause is usually data format or content issues. The solution involves verifying and correcting the data, debugging the form or print program, and ensuring the form definitions are correct.
  
  If you provide the context of where and how this error occurs (e.g., during printing a specific form, in a particular module), I can help with more targeted advice.