How To Fix XSS_CAT_BLP022 - Incorrect entry in an Amount field: only figures are permissable

XSS_CAT_BLP022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XSS_CAT_BLP - Messages of ESS-CATS Business Layer

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Incorrect entry in an Amount field: only figures are permissable

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XSS_CAT_BLP022 - Details

• The SAP error message XSS_CAT_BLP022 indicates that there is an incorrect entry in an amount field where only numerical figures are permissible. This error typically arises in scenarios where a user is trying to input a value that is not recognized as a valid number, such as including letters, special characters, or incorrect formatting.
  Causes:
  
  Non-numeric Characters: The input may contain letters, symbols, or spaces that are not allowed in an amount field.
  Incorrect Formatting: The number may be formatted incorrectly, such as using commas instead of periods for decimal points, or vice versa, depending on the regional settings.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: Extra spaces before or after the number can cause the system to misinterpret the input.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be expecting a specific data type (e.g., integer, decimal) and the input does not match that expectation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the input consists only of numeric characters (0-9) and, if applicable, a decimal