How To Fix W0145 - Enter a numeric value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Enter a numeric value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0145 - Enter a numeric value ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W0145 - Enter a numeric value
  
  Cause:
  This warning message appears when a user enters a non-numeric value in a field that requires a numeric input. The system expects a number (integer or decimal) but detects characters or symbols that are not valid numeric entries.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The field in question is defined to accept only numeric data types.
  Input validation checks the entered value.
  If the input contains letters, special characters, or is blank when a number is mandatory, the system triggers this warning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Input Field:
  
  Ensure that the value you enter contains only digits (0-9) and, if applicable, decimal separators (usually a comma or period depending on locale).
  
  
  Correct the Data Entry:  
  
  Remove any alphabetic characters or special symbols.
  Use the correct decimal separator as per your system settings.
  If the field is mandatory, do not leave it blank.
  
  
  
  Data Format:
  
  Verify if the field expects an integer or decimal number and enter the value accordingly.
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Educate users on the correct input format for numeric fields.
  
  
  Technical Check (if applicable):
  
  If the error occurs despite correct input, check for:
  
  Custom validations or user exits that might be incorrectly implemented.
  Field data type definitions in the screen or table.
  Locale settings affecting number formats.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: W (Warning) — the system allows you to continue but advises correction.
  Transaction Context: Common in data entry screens, e.g., financial postings, quantity fields, pricing, or any numeric input.
  SAP Notes: Sometimes, specific SAP Notes address issues with numeric input validation depending on module or version.
  Debugging: Use transaction SE91 to look up message W0145 and see where it is triggered in the code.
  Locale Settings: Number format depends on user locale; decimal and thousand separators vary (e.g., 1,000.50 vs 1.000,50).
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Non-numeric characters entered in a numeric field.
  Solution: Enter only valid numeric values according to the field’s expected format.
  Additional: Check locale settings and custom validations if the problem persists despite correct input.
  
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or field where this occurs, I can help with more tailored advice.