How To Fix /PRA/CA_SPF140 - Non-numeric &. Upload aborted. Check number formats do not contain commas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CA_SPF -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Non-numeric &. Upload aborted. Check number formats do not contain commas

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF140 - Non-numeric &. Upload aborted. Check number formats do not contain commas ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CA_SPF140 Non-numeric &. Upload aborted. Check number formats do not contain commas typically occurs during data uploads when the system encounters a non-numeric value in a field that is expected to contain numeric data. This error is particularly common when dealing with financial data or any data that requires strict numeric formatting.
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Characters: The data being uploaded contains characters that are not numeric (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Comma in Numbers: The presence of commas in numeric fields can cause the system to misinterpret the data. For example, "1,000" is often treated as a string rather than a number.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data format in the source file may not match the expected format in SAP. This can include issues with decimal separators (e.g., using a comma instead of a period).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Source Data: Review the data file you are trying to upload. Ensure that all numeric fields contain only numbers and do not include any commas or other non-numeric characters.
  Remove Commas: If your numeric values include commas (e.g., "1,000"), remove them so that they are formatted as "1000".
  Use Correct Decimal Separator: Ensure that the decimal separator used in your data matches the settings in your SAP system. For example, if your system uses a period as a decimal separator, ensure that your data reflects this.
  Data Validation: Before uploading, validate the data to ensure that all fields conform to the expected formats. This can often be done using spreadsheet software or data validation tools.
  Test Upload with Sample Data: If possible, test the upload with a small sample of data to ensure that the format is correct before attempting to upload the entire dataset.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for guidelines on data uploads and the expected formats for various fields.
  Data Upload Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs, check the specific requirements for data formats in those tools.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in SAP for more detailed information about the specific records that caused the error. This can help you identify and correct the problematic entries.
  
  By addressing the formatting issues in your data, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete the upload.