How To Fix MM102 - Use a number field for the entry value of &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Use a number field for the entry value of &

What causes this issue?

The value you have entered in this field is not a number.

System Response

The program has terminated because no calculations
can be performed using this value.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For calculations, use fields of type I, P, or F.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM102 - Use a number field for the entry value of & ?

  The SAP error message MM102, which states "Use a number field for the entry value of &," typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when a user attempts to enter a value in a field that expects a numeric input, but the input provided is either non-numeric or formatted incorrectly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The field in question is defined to accept only numeric values, but the user has entered a string, special characters, or a blank space.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured incorrectly in the system, leading to a mismatch between expected and actual data types.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a value that is not numeric, such as letters or symbols.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Ensure that the value you are entering is purely numeric. Remove any non-numeric characters, spaces, or symbols.
  Field Format: Verify the format of the field. If the field is meant to accept integers,