How To Fix BM037 - The number cannot be split into a 5-digit numerator and denominator

BM037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BM - Development class BZME - units of measure

• Message number: 037

• Message text: The number cannot be split into a 5-digit numerator and denominator

What causes this issue?

Numerator and denominator are returned in a maximum of 5 digits. If the
number passed can not be displayed in a 5-character numerator or
denominator, the exception is raised.

System Response

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM037 - The number cannot be split into a 5-digit numerator and denominator ?

  The SAP error message BM037, which states "The number cannot be split into a 5-digit numerator and denominator," typically occurs in the context of handling quantities or values that are expected to be represented in a specific format, particularly when dealing with units of measure or quantities that require a fractional representation.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system encounters a number that exceeds the limits of what can be represented as a 5-digit numerator and denominator. In SAP, certain fields are designed to handle numbers in a specific format, and if the number being processed does not conform to this format, the error is triggered. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When entering quantities that are too large or too small.
  When dealing with units of measure that require a fractional representation.
  When the configuration of the system does not allow for the required number format.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BM037 error, you can