How To Fix /PRA/CONTRACT_QUAN036 - & field contains non-numeric contents in upload file: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CONTRACT_QUAN -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: & field contains non-numeric contents in upload file: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CONTRACT_QUAN036 - & field contains non-numeric contents in upload file: & ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CONTRACT_QUAN036 typically indicates that there is a problem with the data being uploaded, specifically that a field expected to contain numeric values has non-numeric content. This can occur during data uploads, such as when using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or other data import methods.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Numeric Characters: The field in question is expected to contain numeric values (e.g., integers or decimals), but it contains characters that are not numbers (e.g., letters, special characters, or spaces).
  Formatting Issues: The numeric data may be formatted incorrectly, such as using commas instead of periods for decimal points, or including currency symbols.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type defined in the SAP system for the field does not match the data being uploaded.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: Sometimes, leading or trailing spaces in the data can cause it to be interpreted as non-numeric.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Upload File: Open the upload file (e.g., CSV, Excel) and inspect the specific field that is causing the error. Look for any non-numeric characters.
  Data Cleansing: Remove any non-numeric characters, including spaces, letters, and special symbols. Ensure that the data is in the correct numeric format.
  Correct Formatting: If the numeric values are in a format that SAP does not recognize (e.g., using commas for decimals), convert them to the appropriate format (e.g., using periods for decimals).
  Validation: Before uploading, validate the data in the file to ensure that all fields meet the expected criteria defined in SAP.
  Test Upload: After making corrections, perform a test upload with a small subset of data to ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with the full upload.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected data formats and types.
  Data Mapping: Ensure that the data mapping between the source file and the SAP fields is correctly defined, especially for numeric fields.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs generated during the upload process for additional details that may help identify the specific issue.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your data into SAP.