How To Fix 28038 - Numeric expression required

28038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Numeric expression required

What causes this issue?

The system check found a syntax error. At the cursor, the system
expects a numeric expression, such as a figure, a numeric
characteristic, a formula, or a master data access for a reference
characteristic.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and correct the expression as appropriate. Please
note also the other possible causes of error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28038 - Numeric expression required ?

  The SAP error message "28038 Numeric expression required" typically occurs when a numeric operation is attempted on a non-numeric value. This can happen in various contexts, such as ABAP programming, where a numeric calculation is expected but the variable or field being used is not of a numeric type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The variable or field being used in a calculation is not defined as a numeric type (e.g., it might be a character string or a date).
  Null or Empty Values: The variable may be null or empty, which can lead to the system expecting a numeric value but receiving nothing.
  Incorrect Data Conversion: If there is an attempt to convert a non-numeric string to a number without proper handling, it can lead to this error.
  Improper Initialization: Variables that are not properly initialized before being used in calculations can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that all variables involved in the