How To Fix DB676 - Value ranges only allowed for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 676

• Message text: Value ranges only allowed for &

What causes this issue?

Value sets are not permitted for the selection criterion you have
chosen.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB676 - Value ranges only allowed for & ?

  The SAP error message DB676 ("Value ranges only allowed for &") typically occurs when there is an issue with the definition of a value range in a database table or a data element. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific type of field or data element that supports value ranges, but it has encountered a field that does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Element: The data element associated with the field does not support value ranges. Value ranges are typically allowed for certain data types (like numeric types) but not for others (like character types).
  Field Definition: The field in the database table may not be defined correctly to allow for value ranges.
  Domain Restrictions: The domain associated with the data element may not be set up to allow for value ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Element: Verify the data element associated with the field in question. Ensure that it is of a type that supports value ranges (e.g., numeric).
  Modify Field Definition: If the field is incorrectly defined, you may need to modify the field definition in the Data Dictionary (SE11) to ensure it supports value ranges.
  Review Domain: Check the domain associated with the data element to ensure it allows for the necessary value ranges. If not, you may need to create a new domain or modify the existing one.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on defining value ranges for fields and data elements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate and modify the relevant definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the value ranges are working as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configurations of your SAP environment.