How To Fix ECATT527 - Value is not numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT - eCATT Messages (Middleware and GUI)

• Message number: 527

• Message text: Value is not numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT527 - Value is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message ECATT527 ("Value is not numeric") typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when a value that is expected to be numeric is either not in a numeric format or is being passed incorrectly in a test script.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The value being passed to a field or variable is not a number (e.g., it could be a string or an alphanumeric value).
  Formatting Issues: The numeric value may have formatting issues, such as including commas, currency symbols, or spaces that make it non-numeric.
  Variable Declaration: The variable in the eCATT script may not be declared correctly or may not be of the expected data type.
  Data Source Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external source (like a file or database), the data may not be in the expected format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values being passed to ensure they are indeed numeric. Remove any non-numeric characters.
  Variable Type Declaration: Ensure that the variables in your eCATT script are declared with the correct data types. If a variable is expected to hold a numeric value, it should be declared as such.
  Data Formatting: If you are working with formatted numbers (like currency), ensure that you strip out any formatting before passing the value.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools within eCATT to trace the values being passed and identify where the non-numeric value is being introduced.
  Test Data: If you are using test data from a file or database, verify that the data is clean and in the correct format.
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for more details on variable types and data handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to eCATT and numeric value handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ECATT527 error in your SAP environment.