How To Fix CPOC226 - You can only add up numerical values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 226

• Message text: You can only add up numerical values

What causes this issue?

A formula calculation with a summation formula has been defined in the
process instruction. All values that you want to calculate using this
summation formula must be <LS>numerical</>.
However, one of the values defined in the summation formula is not
numerical. The system cannot execute the function.

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?

In the process instruction, use numerical values for the values that
you want to calculate using the summation formula.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPOC226 - You can only add up numerical values ?

  The SAP error message CPOC226, which states "You can only add up numerical values," typically occurs in the context of SAP when you are trying to perform an operation that involves summing or aggregating values, but one or more of the values involved are not numerical. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data entry, report generation, or calculations in SAP modules like Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Numerical Data: The most common cause of this error is that one or more of the values you are trying to sum or aggregate is not a numerical value. This could be due to:
  
  Text or alphanumeric characters being included in a field that expects numbers.
  Blank or null values in a numerical field.
  Incorrect data type assignments in the underlying database or data model.
  
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: If the system expects a numerical data type but receives a string or other non-numerical type, this error can occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the SAP system may lead to this error, especially if custom fields or calculations are involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values you are trying to sum or aggregate. Ensure that all values are numerical and do not contain any text or special characters.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to ensure that only numerical values are entered in fields that require them. This can be done through user exits, BAdIs, or validation rules.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are a developer or have access to technical support, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the non-numerical value is coming from.
  
  
  Data Cleansing: If the error is due to existing data in the system, consider running a data cleansing process to convert or remove non-numerical values from the relevant fields.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or module you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the module you are working in (e.g., CO, FI) to better understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CPOC226 error and implement a solution to resolve it.