How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES216 - Enter a numeric value

/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Enter a numeric value

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/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES216 - Details

• The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES216 Enter a numeric value typically indicates that the system expects a numeric input in a specific field, but the value provided is either non-numeric or incorrectly formatted. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data entry in forms, configuration settings, or while executing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Input: The user has entered a string, special characters, or any non-numeric value in a field that requires a numeric value.
  Incorrect Formatting: The numeric value may be formatted incorrectly (e.g., using commas instead of periods for decimal points).
  Field Restrictions: The field may have specific restrictions or validations that are not being met by the input provided.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Review the input value and ensure that it is purely numeric. Remove any letters, special characters, or spaces.
  Correct Formatting: If the numeric value includes decimals, ensure that the correct decimal separator is used (e.g., use a period instead of a