How To Fix CRM_WFD_BOL_GENIL066 - &1 is not a numeric value; select a numeric value for the day number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_WFD_BOL_GENIL - WFD BOL GenIL Messages

• Message number: 066

• Message text: &1 is not a numeric value; select a numeric value for the day number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_WFD_BOL_GENIL066 - &1 is not a numeric value; select a numeric value for the day number ?

  The SAP error message CRM_WFD_BOL_GENIL066 indicates that there is an issue with a value that is expected to be numeric, specifically in the context of a day number. This error typically arises in the SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system when working with workflows or business object layers (BOL) and the Generic Interface Layer (GENIL).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a non-numeric value is provided where a numeric value is expected. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Incorrect input in a date field or day number field.
  Data being passed from one component to another that is not properly validated.
  User input errors where a string or special character is entered instead of a number.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values being provided to the system, especially in the context of day numbers. Ensure that only numeric values are being entered.
  
  
  Validation Logic: If you are developing or customizing workflows, ensure that there is proper validation logic in place to check that the values being passed are numeric.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the workflow or the BOL/GENIL component to identify where the non-numeric value is being introduced.
  
  
  Data Mapping: If the error is occurring during data transfer between systems or components, check the data mapping to ensure that numeric fields are correctly mapped to numeric data types.
  
  
  User Training: If the error is due to user input, consider providing training or guidelines to users on the correct format for entering data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency) to monitor workflows and identify where the error is occurring.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context around the error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for CRM workflows and BOL/GENIL for more detailed information on data types and expected formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CRM_WFD_BOL_GENIL066 error.