How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV111 - Field &1 in &2 has no numerical values, current value is "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Field &1 in &2 has no numerical values, current value is "&3"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV111 - Field &1 in &2 has no numerical values, current value is "&3" ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV111 indicates that a specific field in a particular context (like a table or a structure) is expected to contain numerical values, but the current value in that field is not a valid number. The message provides the following details:
  
  Field &1: The name of the field that is causing the issue.
  &2: The name of the structure or table where the field is located.
  Current value "&3": The actual value present in the field, which is not a valid numerical value.
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered a non-numeric value (like text or special characters) into a field that is supposed to hold numeric data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues with data conversion, leading to non-numeric values being placed in numeric fields.
  Configuration Issues: The field may be incorrectly configured in the system, leading to expectations of numeric values when the field is not set up properly.
  Program Logic Error: If a custom program or enhancement is involved, there may be a bug in the logic that populates this field.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Field Value: Review the value in the specified field (&1) in the context of the specified table or structure (&2). Ensure that it is a valid numeric value.
  Correct Data Entry: If the value is incorrect, update it to a valid numeric value. This may involve correcting user input or modifying the data in the database.
  Review Data Migration: If the issue arose after a data migration, check the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly handle numeric fields.
  Debug Custom Code: If the error is occurring in a custom program, debug the code to identify where the non-numeric value is being assigned to the field and correct the logic.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration settings related to the field to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the structure and data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before moving to production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.