How To Fix KH275 - The number format was reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 275

• Message text: The number format was reset

What causes this issue?

The field catalog entry for the number format was reset.

System Response

No field catalog entry for the number format setting in the report
is available. This is normally the case. The number format will be
determined from other sources (group to which it belongs, setting made
in the form, setting made in the report).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH275 - The number format was reset ?

  The SAP error message KH275, which states "The number format was reset," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the number format settings in the system. This error can arise during various operations, such as when trying to display or process data in a report or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Number Format Settings: The error often indicates that the number format settings for the user or the system have been reset or are not configured correctly.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have incorrect settings for number formats, which can lead to inconsistencies when processing data.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in system configuration or updates may inadvertently reset number format settings.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile may not match the expected number format, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to the user profile settings in SAP (transaction code SU01).
  Check the "Defaults" tab for the number format settings and ensure they are set correctly (e.g., decimal notation, thousand separator).
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Format Settings:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OX15 (or similar, depending on your version) to check and adjust the number format settings for your user or the system.
  Ensure that the number format aligns with your regional settings.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Verify that the language settings in your user profile are correct. Sometimes, switching to a different language and then back can reset the number format to the default.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to check if there have been any recent changes to the system configuration that could have affected number formats.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required, possibly involving SAP support.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on number formats and user profile settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), OX15 (Number Format), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.