How To Fix HSM_DLG008 - Enter one decimal separator only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_DLG - HM: Hazardous Substance Master Maintenance Dialog

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Enter one decimal separator only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HSM_DLG008 - Enter one decimal separator only ?

  The SAP error message HSM_DLG008: "Enter one decimal separator only" typically occurs when a user is trying to input a numeric value in a field that expects a decimal number, but the input contains multiple decimal separators (e.g., both a comma and a period).
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Decimal Separators: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered a number with more than one decimal separator. For example, entering 1,234.56 or 1.234,56 would trigger this error.
  Incorrect Locale Settings: The system may be expecting a specific format based on the user's locale settings. For instance, some regions use a comma as a decimal separator while others use a period.
  Copy-Paste Issues: Sometimes, copying and pasting values from other sources (like Excel or web pages) can introduce formatting issues, including multiple decimal separators.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that you are using only one decimal separator in your input. Depending on your locale settings, use either a period (.) or a comma (,) as the decimal separator, but not both.
  
  For example, enter 1234.56 or 1234,56 but not 1234.56,78.
  
  
  
  Adjust Locale Settings: If you frequently encounter this issue, check your user profile settings in SAP to ensure that the decimal notation matches your regional preferences. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to User Profile > Own Data > Defaults tab.
  Adjusting the settings for decimal notation as needed.
  
  
  
  Re-enter the Value: If you copied the value from another source, try typing it manually to avoid hidden formatting issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct input formats for numeric fields in SAP.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the system configuration may need to be reviewed to ensure that it aligns with the expected input formats for your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HSM_DLG008 error and successfully input your numeric values in SAP.