How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040015 - Enter a numerical value.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040 -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Enter a numerical value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040015 - Enter a numerical value. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_040015 Enter a numerical value typically occurs in the context of using the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) in SAP. This error indicates that a field that is expected to contain a numerical value has received an invalid input, such as a non-numeric character or an empty value.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The field in question is likely expecting a numerical value, but the input provided is either non-numeric (e.g., letters, special characters) or is blank.
  Field Configuration: The field may be incorrectly configured in the LSMW project, leading to the expectation of a numerical value where it may not be appropriate.
  Data Source Issues: The source data being imported may contain invalid entries that do not conform to the expected format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the data being imported into the LSMW project. Ensure that all fields that are supposed to contain numerical values are populated with valid numeric data.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before importing the data. This can be done using Excel or other data processing tools to ensure that all entries in the relevant columns are numeric.
  Field Mapping: Verify the field mapping in the LSMW project. Ensure that the fields are correctly mapped to the appropriate data types in the target SAP system.
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider implementing error handling in your LSMW project to capture and log invalid entries for further analysis.
  Testing: Conduct a test run with a small subset of data to identify any potential issues before performing a full migration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  LSMW Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for LSMW to understand the expected formats and configurations for the fields you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to LSMW and data migration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete your data migration using LSMW.