How To Fix DO196 - Fixed values/limits do not correspond to data type attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Fixed values/limits do not correspond to data type attributes

What causes this issue?

Values or value range limits must have the specified data type
attributes: data type, length, decimal places. For numeric data types
there is the additional restriction that only positive, integral values
are allowed in the value definition.
Some of the specified values or value range limits do not have the
specified data type attributes.

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 ranges with values which have the
specified data type attributes.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO196 - Fixed values/limits do not correspond to data type attributes ?

  The SAP error message DO196 indicates that there is a mismatch between the fixed values or limits defined for a data element and the attributes of the data type that is being used. This typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when defining data elements in the Data Dictionary (DDIC).
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The fixed values or limits defined for a data element do not match the data type attributes. For example, if a data element is defined as a numeric type but the fixed values are defined as character strings, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Domain Definition: If the domain associated with the data element has fixed values or value ranges that are not compatible with the data type, this can lead to the error.
  Inconsistent Lengths: The length of the fixed values may exceed the length defined for the data type, causing a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Element Definition: Review the data element definition in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11). Ensure that the fixed values or limits are appropriate for the data type.
  Review Domain Settings: If the data element is associated with a domain, check the domain settings (transaction SE11) to ensure that the fixed values or value ranges are compatible with the data type.
  Adjust Fixed Values: Modify the fixed values or limits to ensure they align with the data type attributes. For example, if the data type is numeric, ensure that the fixed values are also numeric.
  Recreate or Adjust Data Element: If necessary, you may need to recreate the data element or adjust its attributes to resolve the mismatch.
  Check for Transport Issues: If this error occurs after a transport, ensure that all related objects (data elements, domains, etc.) were transported correctly and are in sync.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on data elements, domains, and data types.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, consider using the ABAP debugger to trace the program execution and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the DO196 error in your SAP environment.