How To Fix ICL_BDT_DI_IN001 - System unable to interpret &1 as a number (structure: &2; field: &3)

ICL_BDT_DI_IN001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_BDT_DI_IN - Messages for Inbound Layer (BDT)

• Message number: 001

• Message text: System unable to interpret &1 as a number (structure: &2; field: &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_BDT_DI_IN001 - System unable to interpret &1 as a number (structure: &2; field: &3) ?

  The SAP error message ICL_BDT_DI_IN001 indicates that the system is unable to interpret a specific value as a number. This typically occurs in the context of data input or processing where a numeric value is expected, but the provided input does not conform to the expected numeric format.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Format: The input value may contain non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters) or may be formatted incorrectly (e.g., using commas instead of periods for decimal points).
  Data Type Mismatch: The field in question may be defined to accept only numeric values, but the input provided does not match this requirement.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: The input may have leading or trailing spaces that prevent it from being recognized as a valid number.
  Localization Issues: Different locales may use different formats for numbers (e.g., decimal separators), which can lead to misinterpretation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Review the value being inputted for the specified field. Ensure that it is a