How To Fix /CFG/COMM002 - Overflow during conversion to number of &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/COMM -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Overflow during conversion to number of &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/COMM002 - Overflow during conversion to number of &1 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/COMM002 Overflow during conversion to number of &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with converting a value to a numeric format, and the value exceeds the allowable range for that numeric type. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with configuration settings, data processing, or calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being processed is too large for the target data type (e.g., trying to convert a string representation of a large number into an integer).
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings may have been set incorrectly, leading to values that exceed expected limits.
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data in the database that is causing the conversion to fail.
  Calculation Errors: If calculations are performed that result in values exceeding the maximum limit of the data type, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types being used in the relevant fields and ensure they