How To Fix 28055 - &1 is not a numeric characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 055

• Message text: &1 is not a numeric characteristic

What causes this issue?

The system syntax check found an error. Probably, a non-numeric
characteristic is entered where only a numeric characteristic (NUM
format) can be used.

System Response

The cursor shows the place in your entry where the error occurs.

How to fix this error?

Check the expression at the cursor and make any necessary corrections.
Please note also the other possible causes of the error (messages).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28055 - &1 is not a numeric characteristic ?

  The SAP error message "28055 &1 is not a numeric characteristic" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the data type of a characteristic in a query or report. This error indicates that the system expected a numeric value for a characteristic, but it received a non-numeric value instead.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic in question is defined as numeric in the data model, but the data being processed contains non-numeric values (e.g., text or alphanumeric).
  Incorrect Data Loading: During the data loading process, non-numeric values may have been loaded into a field that is expected to contain numeric data.
  Query Design Issues: The query may be incorrectly designed, referencing a characteristic that is not set up to handle numeric data.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the characteristic may contain invalid entries that are not numeric.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data type of the characteristic in the InfoObject definition. Ensure that it is set to numeric if that is the intended use.
  Data Validation: Review the data being loaded into the characteristic. Ensure that all entries conform to the expected numeric format. You may need to clean or transform the data before loading it into the system.
  Review Query Design: If the error occurs in a query, check the query design to ensure that the correct characteristics are being used and that they are compatible with the expected data types.
  Master Data Cleanup: If the issue is related to master data, review the entries for the characteristic in the master data tables and correct any non-numeric values.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the query or report again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidance on data types and characteristics in BW/BI.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.