How To Fix SALV_X_API061 - Illegal num value (N): &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Illegal num value (N): &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API061 - Illegal num value (N): & ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API061 Illegal num value (N): & typically occurs when there is an issue with the numeric value being processed in the context of the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to display or manipulate data in an ALV grid or list.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Numeric Value: The error indicates that a numeric value being passed to the ALV function is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  The value being non-numeric (e.g., a string or special character).
  The value being out of the acceptable range for the data type.
  The value being null or empty when a numeric value is expected.
  
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data type of the field in the internal table does not match the expected data type in the ALV configuration, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Formatting Issues: Sometimes, formatting issues (like decimal separators) can cause the ALV to misinterpret the numeric value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Source: Verify the data being passed to the ALV. Ensure that all numeric fields contain valid numeric values and are not null or empty.
  
  
  Data Type Consistency: Ensure that the data types in your internal table match the expected types in the ALV configuration. For example, if the ALV expects a FLOAT but receives a CHAR, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the debugger to inspect the values being passed to the ALV. Look for any unexpected values or types that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks before passing data to the ALV. This can help catch any invalid values early in the process.
  
  
  Formatting: If you are dealing with formatted numeric values, ensure that they are correctly formatted before being passed to the ALV.
  
  
  Review ALV Configuration: Check the ALV configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly for the data being displayed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on ALV to understand the expected data types and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other ABAP-related forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SALV_X_API061 error in your SAP environment.