How To Fix C1018 - Value & contains more than one decimal point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Value & contains more than one decimal point

What causes this issue?

You have entered a character string that is to be interpreted as a
number. However, you have entered more than one decimal point to define
the decimal places. A decimal point can be either a period or a comma,
depending on the entry in your user profile.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the character string concerned and delete all but one decimal
point.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1018 - Value & contains more than one decimal point ?

  The SAP error message C1018, which states "Value & contains more than one decimal point," typically occurs when a numeric field is expected to contain a value with a single decimal point, but the input provided contains multiple decimal points. This can happen in various scenarios, such as data entry, file uploads, or during calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may inadvertently enter a value with multiple decimal points (e.g., "123.45.67").
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source (like a CSV file), the formatting of the data may not be consistent, leading to multiple decimal points.
  Formatting Errors: Sometimes, the way numbers are formatted in different locales can lead to confusion (e.g., using commas and periods interchangeably).
  Programmatic Errors: Custom programs or scripts that manipulate data may not handle decimal points correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input value that triggered the error. Ensure that it contains only one decimal point.
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