How To Fix CM_EHFND_CHM140 - Value &1 of characteristic &2 in property &3 is not numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_CHM - Messages for Chemical Agents

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Value &1 of characteristic &2 in property &3 is not numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHM140 - Value &1 of characteristic &2 in property &3 is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHM140 indicates that there is a problem with the data type of a characteristic value in a property. Specifically, it states that the value provided for a certain characteristic is expected to be numeric, but the value provided is not in a numeric format. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with configuration management, product data, or master data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The value entered for the characteristic is not a number (e.g., it could be a string, special characters, or empty).
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic is defined to accept only numeric values, but the data being processed does not conform to this requirement.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, the format of the data may not match the expected numeric format.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the characteristics or properties in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Review the value assigned to the characteristic and ensure it is a valid numeric value. Remove any non-numeric characters.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks before data entry or import to ensure that only numeric values are accepted for the characteristic.
  Review Characteristic Definition: Check the definition of the characteristic in the system to ensure it is set up correctly to accept numeric values.
  Data Correction: If the error occurs during data import, correct the source data to ensure that all values for the characteristic are numeric.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the non-numeric value is being introduced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and properties in the context of your specific module (e.g., SAP Product Lifecycle Management, SAP Master Data Governance).
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) and CT02 (for changing characteristics) to review and modify the characteristics in question.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more details on the error and its context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.