How To Fix C4021 - Value "&" is not numeric

C4021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C4 - CTMS_SYNTAX_CHECK

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Value "&" is not numeric

What causes this issue?

Numeric format has been defined for the characteristic concerned.
As values of a numeric characteristic, you can only enter numbers.

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?

Enter numbers.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C4021 - Value "&" is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message C4021, which states "Value '&' is not numeric," 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 during data entry, calculations, or when processing data in reports or transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A user may have entered a non-numeric character (like letters or special characters) in a field that requires a numeric value.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source (like a CSV file), non-numeric values may have been included in a numeric field.
  Configuration Errors: Custom programs or configurations may not properly handle data types, leading to this error.
  Field Mismatch: The field in question may be defined as numeric in the database, but the input or data being processed does not conform to this definition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values for the field that triggered