How To Fix CME_DTYPE124 - Value & is less than the smallest number possible for the format (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_DTYPE - CME Data Type: Checks

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Value & is less than the smallest number possible for the format (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CME_DTYPE124 - Value & is less than the smallest number possible for the format (&) ?

  The SAP error message CME_DTYPE124 indicates that a value being processed is less than the minimum allowable value for a specific data type or format. This typically occurs in scenarios where numeric values are being validated against their defined data types, such as when entering data into fields that have specific constraints.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Constraints: The value being entered or processed is outside the defined range for the data type. For example, if a field is defined to accept only positive integers, entering a negative number would trigger this error.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may inadvertently enter values that do not conform to the expected format or range.
  Data Conversion Issues: If data is being converted from one format to another (e.g., from a string to a number), and the value is not compatible with the target format, this error can occur.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the data type in the system may