How To Fix 53720 - Decimal overflow during cumulation of actual values

53720 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Decimal overflow during cumulation of actual values

What causes this issue?

A decimal overflow occurs when the actual value is added to the
daily and monthly cumulations.

System Response

You cannot enter the time ticket.

How to fix this error?

Check the values you have entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53720 - Decimal overflow during cumulation of actual values ?

  The SAP error message "53720 Decimal overflow during cumulation of actual values" typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when the system attempts to perform a calculation that exceeds the allowed decimal precision or the maximum value that can be stored in a particular field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Precision Limit: The error often arises when the cumulative value of actual amounts exceeds the maximum limit defined for the data type in the database. This can happen if there are large transactions or if the system is trying to aggregate values that are too large.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the data types or fields in the relevant tables can lead to this error. For example, if the field is defined with insufficient decimal places or a maximum value that is too low.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, erroneous data entry can lead to values that are unexpectedly high, causing the overflow during calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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