How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C117 - Value &1 for field &2/entity &3 will be transformed like NUMC and not &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Value &1 for field &2/entity &3 will be transformed like NUMC and not &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C117 - Value &1 for field &2/entity &3 will be transformed like NUMC and not &4 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C117 indicates an issue related to the configuration of data transformation in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being processed.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that a value for a specific field (denoted by &2) and entity (denoted by &3) is being treated as a numeric character (NUMC) instead of the expected data type (denoted by &4). This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The source data may contain values that do not conform to the expected format or data type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the data transformation may not be set correctly, leading to incorrect assumptions about the data type.
  Data Quality Issues: The incoming data may have invalid characters or formats that prevent it from being recognized as the expected type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Source: Review the source data for the field and entity mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the data conforms to the expected format and does not contain invalid characters.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the data transformation process in SAP IBP or the relevant application.
  Verify that the data types are correctly defined for the fields and entities involved. Ensure that the expected data type matches the actual data type being processed.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing: If the data contains invalid entries, consider implementing data cleansing processes to correct these issues before they are processed.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the data transformation process with a small dataset to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  NUMC Data Type: In SAP, NUMC (Numeric Character) is a data type that allows for numeric values but is stored as character strings. This is often used for fields that require leading zeros or specific formatting.
  SAP IBP: Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is a cloud-based solution for supply chain planning that integrates various planning processes.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with error handling and logging mechanisms in SAP to better diagnose and troubleshoot issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.