How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL189 - The total & amount & is bigger than & places

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: The total & amount & is bigger than & places

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL189 - The total & amount & is bigger than & places ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL189 indicates that there is a problem with the total amount exceeding the allowed number of decimal places in a financial transaction or entry. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where monetary values are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Places Configuration: The error usually arises when the total amount being processed has more decimal places than what is configured in the system for that particular currency or account.
  Data Entry Error: It may also occur due to incorrect data entry where the amount entered exceeds the defined limits.
  Currency Settings: Different currencies can have different decimal place settings, and if the transaction involves multiple currencies, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the currency in question. You can check the number of decimal places allowed for the currency in the transaction code OB08 (for currency settings).
  Ensure that the configuration aligns with the requirements of your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Verify the amounts being entered in the transaction. Ensure that they do not exceed the allowed decimal places.
  If you are entering amounts manually, double-check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Adjust Amounts:
  
  If the total amount is indeed correct but exceeds the allowed decimal places, consider rounding the amount to fit within the allowed limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to the error message.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 for currency settings, FB50 for general ledger entries, or F-02 for posting journal entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, ensure that it does not interfere with the standard processing of amounts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.