How To Fix SALV_X_API081 - Illegal quantity value: &

SALV_X_API081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Illegal quantity value: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API081 - Illegal quantity value: & ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API081 with the description "Illegal quantity value: &" typically occurs in the context of using the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework, particularly when dealing with quantities in your data processing or display.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system encounters a quantity value that is not valid. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The quantity might be in a format that is not recognized by the system (e.g., a string instead of a numeric value).
  Out of Range Values: The quantity might exceed the defined limits for the field (e.g., negative values for a field that only accepts positive quantities).
  Null or Empty Values: The quantity field might be empty or null when the system expects a valid number.
  Data Conversion Issues: There might be issues with converting data types, especially if the data is coming from different sources or systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can