How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON117 - Longitude must be between -180 and +180

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Longitude must be between -180 and +180

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON117 - Longitude must be between -180 and +180 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON117 indicates that there is an issue with the longitude value being used in a particular transaction or data entry. Specifically, the error states that the longitude must be between -180 and +180 degrees. This is a common validation error when dealing with geographic coordinates.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Longitude Value: The longitude value entered is outside the acceptable range. For example, values like -200 or +200 would trigger this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error during data entry, leading to an incorrect longitude value.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, the longitude values may not have been validated properly before import.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle geographic data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Longitude Value: Review the longitude value that is being entered or processed. Ensure it falls within the range of -180 to +180 degrees.
  Correct Data Entry: If the longitude value is incorrect, correct it to a valid value within the specified range.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent invalid longitude values from being accepted in the future.
  Review Data Import Processes: If the error arises from data imports, ensure that the data is validated before it is imported into the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to geographic data entry in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Geographic Coordinates: Longitude and latitude are used to specify locations on the Earth's surface. Longitude values range from -180 to +180 degrees, where:
  
  -180 degrees corresponds to the International Date Line in the Pacific Ocean.
  0 degrees is the Prime Meridian.
  +180 degrees is also the International Date Line but on the opposite side of the globe.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error may be encountered in various SAP modules that deal with geographic data, such as Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or any module that involves location-based data.
  
  
  Error Handling: If you frequently encounter this error, consider implementing error handling mechanisms in your SAP processes to catch and correct invalid data before it causes issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that valid longitude values are used in your SAP system.