How To Fix DMCLG518 - Decimal places of field '&1' (&2) different in '&3' and '&4'

DMCLG518 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Decimal places of field '&1' (&2) different in '&3' and '&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG518 - Decimal places of field '&1' (&2) different in '&3' and '&4' ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG518 indicates a discrepancy in the number of decimal places defined for a specific field in two different contexts, typically between a source and a target structure or between two different data elements. The message format is as follows:
  
  Field Name: &1
  Decimal Places in Source: &2
  Source Structure: &3
  Target Structure: &4
  
  Cause
  This error usually occurs during data transfer or transformation processes, such as during data migration, data loading, or when working with data models in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. The root cause is that the field in question has been defined with a different number of decimal places in the source structure compared to the target structure. This can lead to inconsistencies in data representation and storage.
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definitions:
  
  Review the field definitions in both the source and target structures. Ensure that the number of decimal places for