How To Fix BM316 - Use a number field for the output value

BM316 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Use a number field for the output value

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& (output value) is not of type <ZH>F</>, <ZH>P</> or
<ZH>I</>.

System Response

Calculations cannot be made with this field. The program was
terminated.

How to fix this error?

For calculations, only use fields of type <ZH>F</>, <ZH>P</> or
<ZH>I</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM316 - Use a number field for the output value ?

  The SAP error message BM316 ("Use a number field for the output value") typically occurs when a non-numeric value is being processed in a context where a numeric value is expected. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with calculations, data entry, or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field that is expected to hold a numeric value is either defined as a character or string type, or it contains non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Incorrect Field Mapping: If you are using a custom program or report, the field mapping may be incorrect, leading to the assignment of a non-numeric value to a numeric field.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently enter non-numeric data into a field that is supposed to accept only numbers.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Verify the data type of the field in the database or the data dictionary (SE11). Ensure that the field is defined as a numeric