How To Fix /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW020 - Item number contains non-digit characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Item number contains non-digit characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW020 - Item number contains non-digit characters ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW020 indicating that "Item number contains non-digit characters" typically arises in the context of document flow or item processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with document management or logistics.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system expects an item number to be purely numeric, but it encounters non-numeric characters (such as letters, special characters, or spaces) in the input. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter invalid characters when inputting item numbers.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may contain non-numeric characters that are not compatible with SAP's expectations.
  Integration Issues: If data is being pulled from external systems or interfaces, there may be formatting issues leading to non-numeric characters being included.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Data: Review the item number being entered to ensure it contains only digits (0-9). Remove any