How To Fix CC877 - Domain of data element must be of type NUMC or CHAR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 877

• Message text: Domain of data element must be of type NUMC or CHAR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC877 - Domain of data element must be of type NUMC or CHAR ?

  The SAP error message CC877 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a domain in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the domain of a data element must be of type NUMC (numeric character) or CHAR (character) for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The data element associated with the domain is not defined as NUMC or CHAR. This can happen if the data element is defined with a different type, such as DATS (date), TIMS (time), or any other incompatible type.
  Field Definition: The field in the database table or structure that is using this data element may not be compatible with the expected data types.
  Custom Development: If you are working with custom programs, enhancements, or modifications, the data types defined in your custom code may not align with the expected types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the data element that is causing the error and check its definition.
  Ensure that the data element is defined as either NUMC or CHAR.
  
  
  
  Modify Domain or Data Element:
  
  If the data element is incorrectly defined, you may need to change its type to NUMC or CHAR. This can be done in SE11 by modifying the data element.
  If the domain is incorrect, you may need to create a new domain with the correct type and assign it to the data element.
  
  
  
  Check Related Structures/Tables:
  
  If the data element is used in a structure or table, ensure that the fields in those structures/tables are also defined with compatible types.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error arises from custom ABAP code, review the code to ensure that the data types being used are compatible with the expected types.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes are made, ensure that they are included in the appropriate transport requests for movement to other environments (e.g., from development to quality assurance).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Types in SAP: Understanding the different data types in SAP is crucial. NUMC is used for numeric strings, while CHAR is used for character strings. Other types like DATS and TIMS are used for dates and times, respectively.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for debugging and checking definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CC877 error and ensure that your data elements and domains are correctly defined.