How To Fix AQ883 - Select a column with numeric values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 883

• Message text: Select a column with numeric values

What causes this issue?

You attempted to display numeric values in graphical format or to
perform an ABC analysis. To do this, you must select the column from
which the values are to be taken.
Please note that not all values which look like numbers (e.g. account
numbers) are proper numeric values which you can use for calculation
purposes.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ883 - Select a column with numeric values ?

  The SAP error message AQ883, which states "Select a column with numeric values," typically occurs in the context of queries or reports where a numeric operation is expected, but the selected column does not contain numeric data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using the SAP Query tool, ABAP reports, or other data manipulation tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Numeric Data Type: The column you are trying to use in a calculation or aggregation (like SUM, AVG, etc.) contains non-numeric data types (e.g., character strings, dates).
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the selected column does not match the expected numeric type, leading to the error.
  Incorrect Field Selection: You may have inadvertently selected a field that is not intended for numeric operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data type of the column you are trying to use. Ensure that it is indeed a numeric type (e.g., INTEGER, DECIMAL).
  Modify Query/Report: If you are using a query or report, modify it to select a different column that contains numeric values.
  Data Cleansing: If the column is supposed to contain numeric values but has non-numeric entries, consider cleansing the data to remove or convert those entries.
  Use CAST/CONVERT: If you need to perform operations on a column that is stored as a string but contains numeric values, you can use SQL functions like CAST or CONVERT to change the data type.
  Review Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific SAP module or tool you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures for selecting and manipulating data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Query Tool: If you are using the SAP Query tool, ensure that the fields you are selecting for calculations are appropriate for the operations you intend to perform.
  ABAP Programming: If you are writing ABAP code, ensure that you are using the correct data types and that any calculations are performed on numeric fields.
  Data Dictionary: You can check the data dictionary (SE11) to see the definitions of the fields and their data types.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.