How To Fix C1028 - Minimum number of characters for exponent display is &


C1028 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

  • Message number: 028

  • Message text: Minimum number of characters for exponent display is &

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have chosen exponent display 1 or 3. This means that the total
    number of characters (before and after the decimal point) must be at
    least 2 or 4 respectively.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Change the number of characters accordingly.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1028 - Minimum number of characters for exponent display is & ?
    The SAP error message C1028, which states "Minimum number of characters for exponent display is &," typically occurs in the context of formatting numeric values, particularly when dealing with scientific notation or exponential formats in SAP.
    
    Cause: This error is usually triggered when the system attempts to display a number in exponential format, but the number of characters specified for the exponent display is less than the minimum required. This can happen due to: Configuration Settings: The settings for number formatting in the SAP system may not be configured correctly, leading to insufficient space for displaying the exponent. Data Input: The data being processed may have values that exceed the expected range or format, causing the system to require more characters than are available for the exponent. Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate number formats, they may not adhere to the required formatting standards.
    Solution: To resolve the C1028 error, you can

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