How To Fix CM_EHFND_API_CCI142 - &1: Concentration value of &2 &3 has too many decimal places.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_API_CCI - Messages for chemical compliance view API

• Message number: 142

• Message text: &1: Concentration value of &2 &3 has too many decimal places.

What causes this issue?

You want to enter the concentration value &v4& for the &V2& &V3&, but
the value has too many decimal places.

System Response

The system does not change the concentration value.
The system stops processing the object with number &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the concentration value has only 6 decimal places.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_CCI142 - &1: Concentration value of &2 &3 has too many decimal places. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_API_CCI142 indicates that there is an issue with the concentration value being entered in a transaction or process. Specifically, the error states that the concentration value for a certain material or substance has too many decimal places, which is not acceptable according to the system's configuration or data validation rules.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Precision: The concentration value you are trying to enter exceeds the allowed number of decimal places defined in the system settings. For example, if the system is configured to accept only two decimal places, entering a value like 12.345 would trigger this error.
  Data Type Restrictions: The field where the concentration value is being entered may have restrictions on the number of decimal places it can accept, which is often defined in the data dictionary or field settings.
  Configuration Settings: The error may also arise from specific configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how concentration values should be formatted and stored.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Review the concentration value you are trying to enter and ensure it adheres to the allowed number of decimal places. Round the value to the appropriate number of decimal places as per the system's requirements.
  Field Configuration: If you have access, check the field configuration in the relevant transaction or data model to see what the allowed number of decimal places is. This can often be found in the data element or domain settings in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Adjust Input: Modify your input to comply with the system's requirements. For example, if the system allows only two decimal places, change 12.345 to 12.35.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the expected formats for concentration values.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the correct format or if the error persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on handling concentration values.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the module you are working in (e.g., MM for materials management, EHS for environmental health and safety) to better understand how concentration values are managed.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting how concentration values are processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the concentration value in the SAP system.