How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK094 - Numeric parameter &1 contains character symbols. Table: &2, Field: &3. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• 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/FKCHK094 - Numeric parameter &1 contains character symbols. Table: &2, Field: &3. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK094 indicates that a numeric parameter in a specific field of a table contains character symbols, which is not allowed. This error typically arises during data processing or validation 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 or import processes, data may not have been properly validated, leading to the inclusion of invalid characters.
  Incorrect Configuration: The field may be incorrectly configured in the database or application, leading to mismatches between expected and actual data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Data Validation: Check the specific table and field mentioned in the error message. Validate the data to ensure that only numeric values are present. Remove or correct any non-numeric characters.
  Data Cleansing: If the error is due to a large dataset, consider running a data cleansing process to identify and correct all instances of invalid data.
  Review Data Migration Processes: If this error occurred during a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly handle data types and validate input.
  Adjust Field Configuration: If necessary, review the field configuration in the database to ensure it is set to accept only numeric values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table structure and field definitions.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or function module that triggered the error to identify the source of the invalid data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  Example:
  If the error message indicates that the numeric parameter in the field Amount of the table Invoice contains character symbols, you would:
  
  Query the Invoice table to find records where Amount contains non-numeric characters.
  Correct those records by either removing the invalid characters or updating them to valid numeric values.
  Re-run the process that triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the data integrity is maintained in your SAP system.