How To Fix ACAC_EXCEL019 - Enter a valid amount (line &1, column &2).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACAC_EXCEL - Excel upload related messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Enter a valid amount (line &1, column &2).

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

1. Check whether the amounts you entered are numeric
2. Check whether the amounts you entered exceed the limit

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACAC_EXCEL019 - Enter a valid amount (line &1, column &2). ?

  The SAP error message ACAC_EXCEL019 typically occurs when you are trying to upload data from an Excel file into the SAP system, specifically in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or similar modules. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid amount in the specified line and column of the Excel file.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Format: The amount in the specified cell may not be in the correct format. For example, it could be a text string instead of a numeric value.
  Empty Cells: The cell may be empty or contain non-numeric characters (like letters or special symbols).
  Decimal Separator Issues: The decimal separator used in the Excel file may not match the expected format in SAP (e.g., using a comma instead of a period).
  Currency Issues: If the amount is associated with a specific currency, the currency code may be missing or incorrect.
  Rounding Issues: The amount may not conform to the expected rounding rules defined in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the amounts in the Excel file are formatted as numbers. You can do this by selecting the cells and changing the format to "Number" in Excel.
  Remove Non-Numeric Characters: Make sure that the cells contain only numeric values. Remove any text or special characters.
  Verify Decimal Separator: Check the decimal separator used in your Excel file. If your SAP system is set to use a period as a decimal separator, ensure that your Excel file uses the same.
  Fill Empty Cells: Ensure that there are no empty cells in the amount column. If a value is not applicable, consider using a zero or a placeholder that is acceptable in your context.
  Check Currency Codes: If applicable, ensure that the currency codes are correctly specified and match the expected values in SAP.
  Rounding Compliance: Ensure that the amounts comply with the rounding rules set in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to Asset Accounting for guidelines on data uploads.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like AS01, AS02 for asset management) to understand the context of the data being uploaded.
  Excel Templates: If available, use SAP-provided Excel templates for data uploads, as these templates are often pre-configured to meet SAP's requirements.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the upload with a small dataset to ensure that the changes resolve the error before attempting a larger upload.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert in Asset Accounting for further assistance.