How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG659 - Error while converting value '&1' to number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 659

• Message text: Error while converting value '&1' to number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG659 - Error while converting value '&1' to number ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG659 indicates that there is an issue with converting a value to a number. This typically occurs in scenarios where a non-numeric value is being processed in a context that expects a numeric value. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  
  Non-Numeric Input: The value being processed (represented by &1 in the error message) is not a valid numeric format. This could be due to:
  
  Presence of alphabetic characters.
  Special characters (like commas, currency symbols, etc.) that are not recognized as part of a number.
  Empty or null values.
  
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The system is expecting a numeric data type but is receiving a string or other incompatible type.
  
  
  Locale Settings: The number format may be affected by locale settings, where different regions use different symbols for decimal points and thousands separators.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the value that is causing the error. Ensure that it is a valid number without any extraneous characters. If the value is coming from user input or an external source, validate it before processing.
  
  
  Data Type Conversion: If you are performing operations that require type conversion, ensure that the data types are compatible. Use appropriate conversion functions in ABAP (like CONVERT_TO_NUMBER or CAST).
  
  
  Handle Exceptions: Implement error handling in your code to catch such conversion errors and provide meaningful feedback to the user or log the error for further analysis.
  
  
  Locale Configuration: Check the locale settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the number format aligns with the expected input format. You may need to adjust the settings or convert the number format accordingly.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the invalid value is being introduced.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module or function you are working with to understand the expected data formats and types.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.