How To Fix C1313 - No. of places before decimal point for scientific format: 3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 313

• Message text: No. of places before decimal point for scientific format: 3

What causes this issue?

You want to define a numeric template for exponential display in
scientific format. This format only allows you to enter 3 places before
the decimal point.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change the number of places before the decimal point to 3.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1313 - No. of places before decimal point for scientific format: 3 ?

  The SAP error message C1313, which states "No. of places before decimal point for scientific format: 3," typically occurs when there is an issue with the formatting of a numeric value in scientific notation. This error indicates that the system expects a certain number of digits before the decimal point, and the provided value does not meet this requirement.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Format Issue: The value being processed is in scientific notation but does not conform to the expected format, specifically having more than three digits before the decimal point.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings or configurations that limit the number of digits allowed in scientific notation.
  Input Error: The user may have entered a value that exceeds the allowed format, either manually or through an automated process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values being processed to ensure they conform to the expected format. If the value is in scientific notation, ensure