How To Fix C$427 - Recursion depth &1 for repeating group &2&3 is not numeric

C$427 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 427

• Message text: Recursion depth &1 for repeating group &2&3 is not numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$427 - Recursion depth &1 for repeating group &2&3 is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message C$427 indicates that there is an issue with the recursion depth for a repeating group in a report or form. Specifically, it suggests that the recursion depth for the specified repeating group is not numeric, which can lead to problems in processing the data correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Value: The error typically arises when the recursion depth is expected to be a numeric value, but a non-numeric value (like a string or null) is being passed or processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The repeating group may not be configured correctly in the report or form, leading to unexpected values being assigned to the recursion depth.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that the report or form is trying to process, such as missing or malformed data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the recursion depth variable is defined as a numeric type in the report or form. If it is being