How To Fix EJ001 - Numerical field &2 contains non-numerical value or missing zeros (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EJ - Formal error for ISU-IDocs

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Numerical field &2 contains non-numerical value or missing zeros (&1)

What causes this issue?

During the import of an IDoc, an incorrect field value was discovered in
a field of a segment. This field value is not permitted.
In this case, a numerical field (&V2&) has a non-numerical entry (&V1&)
or leading zeros are missing.

System Response

The system has identified the IDoc as containing formal errors and
cannot perform the requested processing.

How to fix this error?

Check the format of the current field value. Determine which program
created the incorrect IDoc segments IDocs are usually created by
external programs.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EJ001 - Numerical field &2 contains non-numerical value or missing zeros (&1) ?

  The SAP error message EJ001 indicates that a numerical field is expected to contain a numerical value, but it either contains a non-numerical value or is missing leading zeros. This error typically occurs during data entry or data processing in SAP, particularly in financial or inventory-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Numerical Value: The field is expected to contain only numbers, but it has been populated with letters, special characters, or other non-numeric symbols.
  Missing Leading Zeros: In some cases, numerical fields may require leading zeros (e.g., account numbers, material numbers) to meet a specific format. If these zeros are missing, the system may not recognize the value as valid.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source (like a CSV file), formatting issues can lead to non-numerical values being interpreted incorrectly.
  User Input Error: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect values being entered into the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Input Value: Review the value entered in the field to ensure it is purely numerical. Remove any non-numeric characters.
  Add Leading Zeros: If the field requires a specific number of digits, ensure that leading zeros are included. For example, if the field requires a 5-digit number, ensure that '5' is entered as '00005'.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent non-numerical values from being entered.
  Review Data Import Formats: If the error arises during data import, check the format of the source data. Ensure that numerical fields are formatted correctly in the source file.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration settings for the specific field to understand its requirements and constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Type: Check the data type of the field in the SAP table or transaction. It should be defined as a numerical type (e.g., INT, DEC).
  Transaction Codes: If this error occurs in a specific transaction, note the transaction code and check for any known issues or patches.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct data entry procedures to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and implementing preventive measures, you can reduce the likelihood of encountering the EJ001 error in the future.