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


DO196 - Overview

  • 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

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  • 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.

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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

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