How To Fix DO195 - Fixed value/limit & for data type & must be a whole positive number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Fixed value/limit & for data type & must be a whole positive number

What causes this issue?

Only whole positive numbers are allowed as values and value interval
limits of a numeric data type.

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?

Define your values and value intervals with whole positive numbers or
select a more appropriate data type using the possible entries help F4.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO195 - Fixed value/limit & for data type & must be a whole positive number ?

  The SAP error message DO195 indicates that a fixed value or limit for a specific data type must be a whole positive number. This error typically arises when a user attempts to enter a value that does not meet the criteria of being a whole positive number (i.e., it cannot be negative, zero, or a decimal).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user has entered a value that is either negative, zero, or a decimal number when the system expects a whole positive number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration in the system that defines certain fields to only accept whole positive numbers, and the input does not comply with this requirement.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type defined in the system for a particular field may not match the input provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value you are entering is a whole positive number. For example, valid inputs would be 1, 2, 3, etc., while invalid inputs would be -1, 0, 1.5, etc.
  Review Field Requirements: Look at the field documentation or help text to understand the expected input format and constraints.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your input forms to prevent users from entering invalid values.
  Consult Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the data type settings for the field in question to ensure they are correctly defined.
  Error Handling: If this error occurs frequently, consider implementing error handling in your application to provide users with clearer guidance on acceptable input values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for more details on data types and input validation.
  Transaction Codes: If this error occurs in a specific transaction, check the transaction code and related configuration settings.
  User Training: Provide training for users on the acceptable formats for data entry to minimize errors.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the error to see where the invalid value is being set or passed in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO195 error and ensure that the input values meet the required criteria.