How To Fix BRAIN_DEV150 - Variable "&1": &2 is not a valid number with &3 digits and &4 decimals


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BRAIN_DEV - BRAIN messages (for use by development)

  • Message number: 150

  • Message text: Variable "&1": &2 is not a valid number with &3 digits and &4 decimals

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV150 - Variable "&1": &2 is not a valid number with &3 digits and &4 decimals ?
    The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV150 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in a report or query where the value provided does not conform to the expected numeric format. Specifically, the error message breaks down as follows:
    
    Variable "&1": This is the name of the variable that is causing the issue.
    &2: This part of the message typically contains the value that was provided for the variable.
    &3: This indicates the number of digits that the variable is expected to have.
    &4: This indicates the number of decimal places that the variable is expected to have.
    
    Cause
    The error is usually caused by one of the following:
    
    Incorrect Data Type: The value provided for the variable is not a valid number. This could be due to non-numeric characters being included (e.g., letters, special characters).
    Format Mismatch: The number of digits or decimal places in the provided value does not match the expected format. For example, if

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