How To Fix GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD050 - Incorrect sign &1 in number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD - Messages MCA Excel Upload

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Incorrect sign &1 in number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD050 - Incorrect sign &1 in number &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA_EXCEL_UPLOAD050 with the description "Incorrect sign &1 in number &2" typically occurs during the process of uploading data from Excel into SAP, particularly in the context of financial data or general ledger entries. This error indicates that there is an issue with the sign (positive or negative) of a numeric value being uploaded.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sign in Excel: The value in the Excel sheet may have an incorrect sign. For example, a value that should be negative is entered as positive or vice versa.
  Formatting Issues: The number format in Excel may not be recognized correctly by SAP. For instance, if the number is formatted as text instead of a numeric value, it may lead to this error.
  Data Mapping Issues: The mapping of fields between Excel and SAP may not be correctly set up, leading to incorrect interpretation of the data.
  Decimal Separator Issues: If the decimal separator in Excel