How To Fix /SMB/CM_CONVERSION094 - Numeric parameter &1 contains character symbols. Table: &2, Field: &3. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_CONVERSION -

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Numeric parameter &1 contains character symbols. Table: &2, Field: &3. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONVERSION094 - Numeric parameter &1 contains character symbols. Table: &2, Field: &3. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONVERSION094 indicates that a numeric parameter in a specific field of a table contains character symbols, which is not allowed. This typically occurs during data conversion or processing when the system expects a numeric value but encounters non-numeric characters.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: Non-numeric characters (like letters, special characters, or spaces) have been entered into a field that is expected to contain only numeric values.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration from one system to another, data may not have been properly validated, leading to the inclusion of invalid characters.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data format may not match the expected numeric format, such as using commas instead of periods for decimal points.
  Integration Issues: If data is being pulled from external systems or interfaces, there may be discrepancies in how data types are handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Problematic Data: Check the specific table and field mentioned in the error message (&2 for the table name, &3 for the field name) to identify the records that contain invalid characters.
  Data Cleansing: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the data in the specified table.
  Filter the records to find those with non-numeric characters in the specified field.
  Correct the data by removing or replacing the invalid characters.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Implement validation rules in the data entry process to prevent non-numeric characters from being entered in numeric fields.
  Data Migration Checks: If this error arises during data migration, ensure that proper data validation and cleansing processes are in place before migration.
  Testing: After making corrections, re-run the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE16 (Data Browser) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the table and field.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on data types and field definitions to ensure compliance with expected formats.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program or process that is generating the error to trace the source of the invalid data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.