How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY005 - Conversion to number failed. &1 is not a number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Conversion to number failed. &1 is not a number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY005 - Conversion to number failed. &1 is not a number ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY005 Conversion to number failed. &1 is not a number typically indicates that the system is attempting to convert a string or character value into a numeric format, but the value provided cannot be interpreted as a valid number. This can occur in various scenarios, such as data processing, calculations, or when importing data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input Data: The value being processed contains non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters, or spaces).
  Data Type Mismatch: The system expects a numeric value but receives a string or character type instead.
  Formatting Issues: The number may be formatted incorrectly (e.g., using commas instead of periods for decimal points).
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: The input may have leading or trailing spaces that prevent it from being recognized as a number.
  Localization Settings: Different regions may have different conventions for representing numbers (e.g., decimal and thousand separators).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the data being processed to ensure that it contains only valid numeric characters. Remove any non-numeric characters.
  Trim Spaces: Use functions to trim leading and trailing spaces from the input data.
  Correct Formatting: Ensure that the number is formatted correctly according to the expected format (e.g., using the correct decimal separator).
  Data Type Validation: Validate the data type before processing to ensure that it is numeric.
  Debugging: If you have access to the code or the process that generates this error, add debugging statements to log the value of &1 to understand what is being passed to the conversion function.
  Check Localization Settings: Ensure that the system's localization settings match the format of the numbers being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to check transaction codes related to data import (e.g., LSMW, BAPIs) or specific modules where the error is encountered.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific function or module where the error occurs to understand the expected input formats.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.