How To Fix 54251 - Only use non-numerical sign (SAP-System)

54251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Only use non-numerical sign (SAP-System)

What causes this issue?

The non-numerical character area is reserved for customers. To find out
which numerical characters are already in use, see the documentation on
the <ls>Date Indicator</> field.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54251 - Only use non-numerical sign (SAP-System) ?

  The SAP error message 54251, which states "Only use non-numerical sign," typically occurs in the context of using numerical signs in fields that are expected to contain non-numerical characters. This error is often encountered in various SAP modules, particularly in areas related to master data, configuration, or transaction entries where specific formats are required.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to enter a value in a field that is designated to accept only non-numerical characters (e.g., letters, special characters) but instead inputs a numerical character (0-9). This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Entering a numerical value in a field that is meant for text or alphanumeric input.
  Misconfiguration of field properties in the SAP system.
  Incorrect data entry by users.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the data you are trying to enter in the field. Ensure that you are using only non-numerical characters.