How To Fix SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN008 - &1: &2 is not numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1: &2 is not numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN008 - &1: &2 is not numeric ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN008 indicates that there is an issue with a value that is expected to be numeric but is not. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Advanced Data Modeling (SADL) framework, particularly when dealing with data services or OData services.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A field that is expected to contain a numeric value (like an integer or decimal) contains a non-numeric value (like a string or special character).
  There may be a mismatch in data types between the source data and the expected data type in the SAP system.
  The input data being processed may have been incorrectly formatted or populated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Data: Review the data being sent to the SAP system. Ensure that all fields expected to be numeric are indeed numeric and do not contain any non-numeric characters.
  
  
  Data Type Validation: Verify the data types defined in the data model or service. Ensure that the fields in the source data match the expected data types in the SAP system.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can use debugging tools to trace the data flow and identify where the non-numeric value is being introduced.
  
  
  Data Transformation: If the data is coming from an external source, consider implementing data transformation logic to convert non-numeric values to a valid numeric format before they reach the SAP system.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data processing logic to catch and log instances where non-numeric values are encountered, allowing for easier troubleshooting.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to SADL and the specific data model you are working with to ensure compliance with expected formats and types.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  OData Services: If you are working with OData services, ensure that the service metadata correctly defines the data types for each field.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.