How To Fix 0D296 - Only numbers and blank characters valid in customer data field (&1)


0D296 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

  • Message number: 296

  • Message text: Only numbers and blank characters valid in customer data field (&1)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D296 - Only numbers and blank characters valid in customer data field (&1) ?
    The SAP error message 0D296 indicates that there is an issue with the data entered in a customer data field, specifically that only numbers and blank characters are valid. This error typically arises when a user attempts to input invalid characters (such as letters or special symbols) into a field that is expected to contain only numeric values or spaces.
    
    Cause: Invalid Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered non-numeric characters (like letters or special symbols) into a field that only accepts numbers or blank spaces. Field Configuration: The field may be configured to accept only numeric values, and the input does not comply with this configuration. Data Migration Issues: If data is being imported or migrated from another system, it may contain invalid characters that are not compatible with the SAP field requirements.
    Solution: Check Input: Review the data entered in the customer data field. Ensure that only numeric characters (0-9)

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