How To Fix AQV708 - The specified position is either not a whole number or is too big

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 708

• Message text: The specified position is either not a whole number or is too big

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV708 - The specified position is either not a whole number or is too big ?

  The SAP error message AQV708 indicates that there is an issue with a specified position number in a transaction or process. This error typically arises when the position number provided is either not a whole number (i.e., it contains decimal points or is formatted incorrectly) or exceeds the maximum allowable value for that field.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Whole Number Input: The position number entered may contain decimal points or other non-integer characters.
  Exceeding Maximum Value: The position number may exceed the maximum limit defined in the system for that particular field.
  Data Type Mismatch: The system may expect a specific data type (e.g., integer) and receiving a different type (e.g., string).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the range of valid position numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that the position number is a whole number without any decimal points or invalid characters. For example, use 1, 2, 3, etc., instead of