How To Fix CRM_MKTTG_SAF042 - Attribute filter "&1" for RFM Analysis is not numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTTG_SAF - CRM Marketing: Messages Selection Attribute Filter

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Attribute filter "&1" for RFM Analysis is not numeric

What causes this issue?

The display type for this selection attribute is set for RFM analysis,
however the relevant selection attribute filters do not have the
numeric format required.

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?

Ensure that the selection attribute filters are of numeric format.
Alternatively, change the display type of the attribute, for example to
"bar chart".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTTG_SAF042 - Attribute filter "&1" for RFM Analysis is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTTG_SAF042 indicates that there is an issue with the attribute filter used in the RFM (Recency, Frequency, Monetary) analysis within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. Specifically, the error states that the attribute filter specified (denoted by "&1") is expected to be numeric, but it is not.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The attribute filter you are trying to use in the RFM analysis is expected to be a numeric value (e.g., integer or decimal), but the data being passed is either a string or a non-numeric value.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the RFM analysis might be set up incorrectly, leading to the system expecting a numeric value where it is not provided.
  Data Quality Issues: The underlying data in the database might contain non-numeric values in a field that is expected to be numeric.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Attribute Filter: Review the attribute filter you are using in the RFM analysis. Ensure that it is indeed a numeric attribute. If it is not, you may need to change the filter to a valid numeric attribute.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the relevant fields to ensure that they contain only numeric values. You can run a query to check for any non-numeric entries in the database.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the RFM analysis setup to ensure that all attributes and filters are correctly defined and that they match the expected data types.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your analysis process to catch and manage such issues proactively.
  
  Related Information:
  
  RFM Analysis: RFM analysis is a marketing technique used to determine the value of customers based on their purchasing behavior. It segments customers based on how recently (Recency), how often (Frequency), and how much money (Monetary) they spend.
  SAP CRM Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CRM and RFM analysis for detailed information on how to set up and troubleshoot issues related to attribute filters.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where you can find discussions and solutions related to similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully perform RFM analysis in SAP CRM.