How To Fix O3130 - & is not in the correct format

O3130 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 130

• Message text: & is not in the correct format

What causes this issue?

One of the following is not correct:
- The API gravity
- The relative density
- The absolute density format

How to fix this error?

Enter a correct format for the API gravity, relative density or
absolute density:

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

- API gravity: with Tables 5, 6 (in the format of 999.9, for example):
38.1 / -5.3 / 23.4
- Relative density with Tables 23,24 (in the format 9.999, for
example):
0.844 / 1.021 / 0.981
- Absolute density with Tables 53,54,59,60 (in the format 9999.9) :
844.0 / 1020.3 / 697.3
Note: check whether you have to enter a period (.) or a comma (,)
in order to represent decimal places.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3130 - & is not in the correct format ?

  The SAP error message O3130 typically indicates that there is an issue with the format of data being processed in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data entry, file uploads, or when processing certain transactions. The specific cause and solution can vary depending on the context in which the error occurs, but here are some general guidelines:
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being entered or processed does not match the expected format. This could be due to incorrect data types (e.g., entering text where a number is expected) or incorrect date formats.
  Missing Required Fields: Some fields may be mandatory, and if they are left blank or filled incorrectly, it can trigger this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant module or transaction in SAP that leads to format mismatches.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the input does not match