How To Fix CPOC119 - Assign a numeric value to characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPOC - PP-PI-PMA: Process Operator Cockpit Messages

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Assign a numeric value to characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

A numeric value is allowed for value assignment of characteristic &V1&.
However, the value you have used is not numeric.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the value assigned to characteristic &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC119 - Assign a numeric value to characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message CPOC119, which states "Assign a numeric value to characteristic &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics in a classification model. This error indicates that a characteristic that is expected to have a numeric value has not been assigned one, or the value assigned is not in the correct format.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Numeric Value: The characteristic in question is defined to require a numeric value, but none has been assigned.
  Incorrect Data Type: The value assigned to the characteristic may not be numeric (e.g., it could be a string or a non-numeric character).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the characteristic in the classification system, such as incorrect data type settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered data incorrectly, leading to non-numeric values being assigned to a numeric characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the characteristic definition in the classification system and ensure that it is set up to accept numeric values. Verify that the data type is correctly defined as numeric.
  Assign Numeric Value: Ensure that a valid numeric value is assigned to the characteristic. If the characteristic is meant to hold a number, make sure that the value entered is indeed numeric (e.g., integers or decimals).
  Data Validation: Review the data entry process to ensure that users are entering values in the correct format. Implement validation checks if necessary to prevent non-numeric entries.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the classification system to ensure that all characteristics are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Testing: After making changes, test the characteristic assignment again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and classification in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Characteristic) or CL03 (Display Characteristic) to review and modify characteristics.
  User Training: Consider providing training for users on how to correctly enter data for characteristics to minimize errors in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.