How To Fix C1317 - You entered a decimal point but no decimal places

C1317 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 317

• Message text: You entered a decimal point but no decimal places

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1317 - You entered a decimal point but no decimal places ?

  The SAP error message C1317, which states "You entered a decimal point but no decimal places," typically occurs when a user inputs a number that includes a decimal point but does not provide any digits after the decimal point. This can happen in various SAP transactions or fields where numeric input is expected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Input Format: The user has entered a value like 123. (with a decimal point at the end) instead of 123.0 or 123.00.
  Field Requirements: The field may require a specific format that includes decimal places, and entering just a decimal point without any digits after it violates this requirement.
  Localization Settings: Depending on the localization settings, the system may expect a certain format for decimal numbers (e.g., using a comma instead of a decimal point).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Correct the Input: Ensure that when you enter a number with a decimal point, you also include at least one digit after the decimal point. For