How To Fix 54279 - Enter a number to specify the increment for each step


54279 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

  • Message number: 279

  • Message text: Enter a number to specify the increment for each step

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have not entered anything in the <LS>Increment per step</> field.

    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?

    Enter an integer in <LS>Increment per step</>.

    How can this happen?

    To create the new wage types 1000, 1010, 1020, ..., 1080, make the
    following entries:
    <LS>1000</> in <LS>Wage type starts at</>
    <LS>9</> in <LS>Number of wage types</>
    <LS>10</> in <LS>Increment per step</>

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54279 - Enter a number to specify the increment for each step ?
    The SAP error message 54279, which states "Enter a number to specify the increment for each step," typically occurs in scenarios where a numeric input is expected, but the system does not receive a valid number. This error is often encountered in transaction codes or processes that involve step increments, such as in planning, scheduling, or configuration settings.
    
    Cause: Missing Input: The user has not entered a value in the field that requires a numeric increment. Invalid Input: The input provided is not a valid number (e.g., letters, special characters). Field Configuration: The field may be incorrectly configured or not set up to accept the expected input.
    Solution: Check Input Field: Ensure that you are entering a valid numeric value in the specified field. The value should be a whole number or decimal, depending on the requirement. Review Documentation: If you are unsure what value to enter, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or help files for

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