How To Fix C5804 - Enter a numeric value

C5804 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Enter a numeric value

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C5804 - Details

• The SAP error message C5804 ("Enter a numeric value") typically occurs when a user attempts to input a non-numeric value in a field that is expected to contain numeric data. This can happen in various transactions or reports within SAP, particularly in modules that require numerical inputs, such as finance, logistics, or inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered a character, string, or special character in a field that only accepts numeric values.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to accept only numeric values, and any deviation from this will trigger the error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type expected by the system does not match the input provided by the user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Review the input field and ensure that only numeric values (integers or decimals, as required) are entered. Remove any letters, spaces, or special characters.
  Field Format: If the field requires a specific format