How To Fix EIT_IMPORT_CHECK020 - Version &2 of Product &2 is not numeric; compare not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIT_IMPORT_CHECK - Extensibility Template: Import Check Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Version &2 of Product &2 is not numeric; compare not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIT_IMPORT_CHECK020 - Version &2 of Product &2 is not numeric; compare not possible. ?

  The SAP error message EIT_IMPORT_CHECK020 indicates that there is an issue with the version number of a product in the system. Specifically, the error states that the version of the product is not numeric, which prevents a comparison from being made. This typically occurs in scenarios where versioning is important, such as in product data management, material master records, or during import processes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Version: The version number for the product is expected to be numeric (e.g., 1, 2, 3, etc.), but it contains non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry where the version was incorrectly specified.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the version format may not have been correctly converted to a numeric format.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected format for version numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Format: Review the version number of the product in question. Ensure that it is strictly numeric. If it contains any non-numeric characters, correct it.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to ensure that only numeric values can be entered for version numbers in the relevant fields.
  Data Correction: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the version number in the relevant master data or transaction.
  Review Migration Processes: If the issue arose from a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly handle version numbers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how versioning should be handled in your particular module or application.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables and fields for the product version.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process that triggers this error to identify the exact point of failure.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering product data are trained on the correct format for version numbers to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the non-numeric version, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that comparisons can be made successfully.