How To Fix CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX071 - & is not a decimal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX - texts for parser

• Message number: 071

• Message text: & is not a decimal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX071 - & is not a decimal ?

  The SAP error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX071 typically indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a field that is expected to be a decimal but is not formatted correctly. This error often arises in the context of SAP Gateway and the SAP ABAP programming environment, particularly when dealing with data models and OData services.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error usually occurs when a field that is expected to be a decimal (e.g., a currency amount or a numeric value) is being passed a value that is not in the correct decimal format. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  Data being pulled from an external source that does not conform to the expected format.
  Locale settings affecting the decimal separator (e.g., using a comma instead of a period).
  
  
  
  Mapping Issues: If you are using a data model that maps fields from one structure to another, there may be a mismatch in the expected data types.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the values being passed to the field are in the correct decimal format. For example, if the system expects a value like 1234.56, ensure that it is not being passed as 1234,56 or as a string.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your application or data entry forms to ensure that only valid decimal values are accepted.
  
  
  Review Data Model: Check the data model and mappings to ensure that the fields are correctly defined and that the data types match the expected formats.
  
  
  Adjust Locale Settings: If the issue is related to locale settings, ensure that the application is configured to use the correct decimal separator based on the user's locale.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the incorrect value is being set or passed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or community forums for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be additional context or updates that could help.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  OData Services: If you are working with OData services, ensure that the service definitions are correctly set up and that the data types in the service metadata match the expected formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message CL_SADL_GW_MDE_MSGX071.