How To Fix 5R153 - Please enter a numeric value for &

5R153 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Please enter a numeric value for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R153 - Please enter a numeric value for & ?

  The SAP error message 5R153, which states "Please enter a numeric value for &," typically occurs when a field that is expected to contain a numeric value is either left blank or contains non-numeric characters. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry in transactions, configuration settings, or when processing data in reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Input: The user has entered a value that is not numeric (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Blank Field: The field is left empty when a numeric value is required.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field is defined to accept only numeric values, but the input does not conform to this requirement.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be causing the error due to incorrect handling of data types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the value entered in the field is numeric. Remove any non-numeric characters and ensure that the field is