How To Fix COM_CLEAR023 - Enter valid single value or '*'

COM_CLEAR023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_CLEAR - Clearing Tool

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Enter valid single value or '*'

What causes this issue?

During the search for data cleansing cases, the current selection field
requires you to enter a value. However, you have not entered a value.

System Response

The search is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid value, or '*', as a general placeholder for any value.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_CLEAR023 - Enter valid single value or '*' ?

  The SAP error message COM_CLEAR023 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to enter a value in a field that requires a single valid entry or a wildcard character ('*'). This error is often encountered in various modules, particularly in the context of material management, inventory, or other areas where specific item codes or identifiers are required.
  
  Cause:
  The error message COM_CLEAR023 is triggered when:
  
  The user inputs an invalid value that does not conform to the expected format.
  The field is expecting a single value (like a material number, customer ID, etc.) but receives multiple values or an empty input.
  The user tries to use a wildcard character ('*') inappropriately, where it is not allowed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_CLEAR023 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Value: Ensure that the value you are entering is valid and exists in the system. If you are entering a material number