How To Fix UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI019 - Evaluation and weighting must be numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Evaluation and weighting must be numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI019 - Evaluation and weighting must be numeric ?

  The SAP error message UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI019 indicates that there is an issue with the evaluation and weighting values in a survey form. Specifically, the error states that these values must be numeric, meaning that the system expects a number but has received a non-numeric value (such as text or a special character).
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered a non-numeric value in the fields designated for evaluation or weighting.
  Data Format Issues: Sometimes, the data format may not be recognized as numeric due to localization settings (e.g., using a comma instead of a period for decimal points).
  Field Configuration: The fields may not be properly configured to accept numeric values, or there may be a validation rule that is not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values entered in the evaluation and weighting fields. Ensure that they are strictly numeric (e.g., integers or decimals) and do not contain any letters or special characters.
  Correct Formatting: If your system uses a specific format for numbers (like using a period for decimals), make sure you are following that format. For example, if your locale uses commas for decimals, ensure that you are entering the values accordingly.
  Field Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the field definitions to ensure they are set to accept numeric values. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to adjust the settings.
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules that may be applied to the survey form. Ensure that the rules are correctly set up to allow for the intended numeric input.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on survey forms and the specific fields involved.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully input the required numeric values for evaluation and weighting in your SAP survey form.