How To Fix C4809 - There must be at least one character after the decimal point

C4809 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C4 - CTMS_SYNTAX_CHECK

• Message number: 809

• Message text: There must be at least one character after the decimal point

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C4809 - There must be at least one character after the decimal point ?

  The SAP error message C4809, "There must be at least one character after the decimal point," typically occurs when you are entering a numeric value in a field that requires a decimal number, but the input does not meet the expected format. This error is common in scenarios where monetary values or quantities are being entered.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You enter a decimal number without any digits following the decimal point (e.g., entering 100. instead of 100.0).
  The field is expecting a specific format for decimal numbers, and the input does not conform to that format.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Input: Ensure that any decimal number you are entering has at least one digit after the decimal point. For example, instead of entering 100., enter 100.0 or 100.00.
  Review Field Requirements: Verify the field's requirements in the SAP documentation or help text to understand the expected format for numeric entries.
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