How To Fix ESH_PS_DYN017 - &1 is not a numeric value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_PS_DYN - ES: Personalized Search - Dynamic Ranking

• Message number: 017

• Message text: &1 is not a numeric value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_PS_DYN017 - &1 is not a numeric value ?

  The SAP error message ESH_PS_DYN017 indicates that a value expected to be numeric is not in the correct format. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when dealing with dynamic parameters in a search or reporting scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The system expects a numeric value (like an integer or decimal), but the input provided is either a string, special characters, or is empty.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have entered non-numeric characters (like letters or symbols) in a field that requires a numeric input.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the search or reporting parameters that lead to the system misinterpreting the input.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source has been modified or corrupted, it may lead to unexpected data types being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the input values being provided are indeed numeric. Remove any non-numeric characters or spaces.
  Validate Data Types: Review the data types defined in the relevant fields or parameters to ensure they are set to accept numeric values.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the search or reporting parameters to ensure they are correctly set up to handle numeric inputs.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, trace the execution to see where the non-numeric value is being introduced.
  Data Cleansing: If the error is related to data in the database, consider running data cleansing processes to ensure that all relevant fields contain valid numeric data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to inspect the data structures and types.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.