How To Fix 9J845 - Only letters are allowed at the present cursor position


9J845 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 9J -

  • Message number: 845

  • Message text: Only letters are allowed at the present cursor position

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J845 - Only letters are allowed at the present cursor position ?
    The SAP error message "9J845 Only letters are allowed at the present cursor position" typically indicates that the system expects a character input (letters) at a specific field, but the input provided contains invalid characters (such as numbers, special characters, or spaces).
    
    Cause: Invalid Input: The user has entered a character that is not a letter (A-Z, a-z) in a field that only accepts letters. Field Configuration: The field may be configured to accept only alphabetic characters, and the input does not comply with this requirement. Copy-Paste Issues: Sometimes, copying and pasting text from other sources can introduce hidden characters or formatting that is not recognized by SAP.
    Solution: Check Input: Review the input in the field where the error occurred. Ensure that only letters are entered. Clear Formatting: If you copied text from another source, try typing it manually to avoid hidden characters. Field Requirements: Refer to the field's documentation or help text to understand the expected

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