How To Fix DDLS_HIER060 - Datatype for &1 is &2. Required is DATS, DATN, UTCL, DEC(15) or DEC(21,7)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS_HIER - Used for DDL Hierarchies

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Datatype for &1 is &2. Required is DATS, DATN, UTCL, DEC(15) or DEC(21,7)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS_HIER060 - Datatype for &1 is &2. Required is DATS, DATN, UTCL, DEC(15) or DEC(21,7) ?

  The SAP error message DDLS_HIER060 indicates that there is a datatype mismatch in a hierarchical data structure, such as when defining a characteristic in a data model or when working with InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The message specifies that the datatype for a certain field (represented by &1) is currently set to &2, but it should be one of the following datatypes: DATS (date), DATN (date with no time), UTCL (UTC timestamp), DEC(15) (decimal with 15 digits), or DEC(21,7) (decimal with 21 digits and 7 decimal places).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type Assignment: The field in question has been assigned a datatype that is not compatible with the expected datatypes for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Modeling Errors: When creating or modifying InfoObjects or data models, the wrong datatype may have been selected.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source being used has a different datatype than what is expected, this can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Data Type: Review the definition of the field (characteristic or InfoObject) in the data model. Ensure that the datatype is set to one of the required types: DATS, DATN, UTCL, DEC(15), or DEC(21,7).
  Modify the Data Type: If the datatype is incorrect, you will need to change it to one of the acceptable types. This can usually be done in the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant InfoObject or data model and editing its properties.
  Recreate the Object: If changing the datatype is not feasible due to dependencies or other constraints, consider recreating the InfoObject or characteristic with the correct datatype.
  Check Data Source Compatibility: If you are pulling data from an external source, ensure that the source data types align with the expected types in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on data types and their usage in SAP BW and data modeling.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check and modify InfoObjects and their properties.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data modeling in SAP BW to avoid datatype mismatches in the future.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.