How To Fix AA196 - Subnumber has to be numeric (correct entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Subnumber has to be numeric (correct entry)

What causes this issue?

You have specified external number assignment in this asset class.
The sub-number must be numeric, even if you are using external
number assignment.

System Response

Sub-number &V1& is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Enter a numeric sub-number.
Use only the numbers 0-9, without blanks, for the four-place
asset sub-number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA196 - Subnumber has to be numeric (correct entry) ?

  The SAP error message AA196: Subnumber has to be numeric (correct entry) typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to enter or process asset-related data, and the subnumber field is not filled in correctly. This error indicates that the subnumber field, which is expected to contain a numeric value, has been filled with non-numeric characters or is left blank when it should not be.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Input: The subnumber field contains letters, special characters, or spaces instead of a numeric value.
  Blank Field: The subnumber field is left blank when a numeric entry is required.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset master data or the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the subnumber field is filled with a valid numeric value. If you are entering a subnumber, it should be a whole number (e.g., 1, 2, 3, etc.).
  Correct Data Entry: If you