How To Fix 87520 - The field may only contain numbers

87520 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 87 - Localization Croatia: Messages

• Message number: 520

• Message text: The field may only contain numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 87520 - The field may only contain numbers ?

  The SAP error message 87520, which states "The field may only contain numbers," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter non-numeric characters into a field that is defined to accept only numeric values. This can happen in various SAP transactions or screens where specific fields are expected to contain only numbers, such as quantity fields, price fields, or identification numbers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered letters, special characters, or spaces in a field that only accepts numeric input.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured in the system to accept only numeric values, and any deviation from this will trigger the error.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, the data may not be formatted correctly, leading to this error.
  User Error: Users may inadvertently copy and paste data that includes non-numeric characters.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the input in the field