DDLS385 - Division only allowed for float numbers (left operand has type &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 385

• Message text: Division only allowed for float numbers (left operand has type &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS385 - Division only allowed for float numbers (left operand has type &) ?

  The SAP error message DDLS385 indicates that there is an attempt to perform a division operation where the left operand is not of a floating-point type. This error typically occurs in ABAP programs or when working with database views or calculations in SAP where the data types of the operands are not compatible for division.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to divide a non-float number (like an integer or a string) by another number.
  The left operand in the division operation is of a type that does not support division, such as an integer or a character string.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that both operands in the division operation are of a floating-point type. Here are some steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types of the operands involved in the division. You can do this by checking the definitions of the variables or fields in your ABAP code or database view.
  
  
  Convert to Float: If the left operand is not a float, you can convert it to a float type before performing the division. In ABAP, you can use the CONVERT statement or simply cast the variable to a float type. For example:
  DATA: lv_integer TYPE i,
        lv_float   TYPE f,
        lv_result  TYPE f.
  
  lv_integer = 10.
  lv_float = 2.0.
  
  lv_result = lv_float / lv_integer.  " This will cause DDLS385
  lv_result = lv_float / CONDENSE( lv_integer ).  " Correct way
  
  
  Use Correct Data Types: If you are defining a database view or a calculation, ensure that the fields involved in the division are defined as float or decimal types.
  
  
  Check for Implicit Conversions: Sometimes, implicit conversions may not work as expected. Always ensure that you explicitly handle the data types.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the different data types in ABAP, especially the floating-point types (f for float and p for packed decimal).
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and inspect the data types of the variables at runtime.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on data types and operations in ABAP.
  
  By ensuring that the operands in your division operation are of compatible types, you can avoid the DDLS385 error and ensure your calculations work as intended.