How To Fix DB846 - Exponent is too big

DB846 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Exponent is too big

What causes this issue?

You entered a floating point number in which the exponent is too large.
The maximum is &V1&, including the mantissa before the decimal
separator &V2&.

System Response

The system could not accept your entry.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB846 - Exponent is too big ?

  The SAP error message DB846, which states "Exponent is too big," typically occurs in the context of database operations, particularly when dealing with numeric data types. This error is often related to the handling of floating-point numbers or large numeric values that exceed the limits defined by the database system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Numeric Overflow: The error usually arises when a calculation or operation results in a number that exceeds the maximum allowable value for the data type being used. For example, if a floating-point operation results in a number that is too large to be represented, this error may occur.
  Data Type Mismatch: If there is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being processed (e.g., trying to store a large number in a smaller data type), it can lead to this error.
  Database Configuration: Certain database configurations or settings may impose limits on the size of numeric values that