How To Fix /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG132 - The check digit for the ISIN number must be numerical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: The check digit for the ISIN number must be numerical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG132 - The check digit for the ISIN number must be numerical ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG132 indicates that there is an issue with the check digit of an ISIN (International Securities Identification Number) that is being processed. The error specifically states that the check digit must be numerical, which means that the system has detected a non-numeric character in the check digit position of the ISIN.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid ISIN Format: The ISIN is a 12-character alphanumeric code, and the last character is a check digit that should be numeric. If the check digit is not a number (e.g., it could be a letter or a special character), this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry where a non-numeric character was mistakenly entered as the check digit.
  Data Import Issues: If the ISINs are being imported from an external source, the data might not be properly formatted, leading to invalid characters being included.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the ISIN: Check the ISIN in question to ensure that it is correctly formatted. The last character should be a numeric digit (0-9).
  Correct the Check Digit: If the check digit is incorrect, you will need to either recalculate it or obtain the correct ISIN from a reliable source.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry or import processes to ensure that ISINs are correctly formatted before they are processed in SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or guidelines for handling ISINs to ensure compliance with the expected formats.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISIN Structure: An ISIN consists of 12 characters, where the first two are the country code, followed by nine alphanumeric characters, and the last character is the check digit.
  Check Digit Calculation: The check digit is calculated using the Luhn algorithm or a similar checksum method. If you need to recalculate the check digit, you can find various online tools or libraries that can help with this.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Community for any known issues or updates related to ISIN processing that might provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that ISINs are correctly processed in your SAP system.