How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER003 - Numeric variable expected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Numeric variable expected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER003 - Numeric variable expected ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER003: Numeric variable expected typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW when a numeric value is expected but a non-numeric value is provided instead. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with formulas, variables, or data types in reports or queries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error usually arises when a formula or calculation is expecting a numeric input but receives a string or other non-numeric data type.
  Incorrect Variable Definition: If a variable is defined as numeric but is being populated with non-numeric data, this error can occur.
  Data Source Issues: Sometimes, the underlying data source may contain unexpected values (like text in a numeric field) that lead to this error.
  Formula Errors: If a formula is incorrectly written or references a variable that is not numeric, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the variables and ensure