How To Fix DO209 - Fixed value range/s not identical in ASCII and EBCDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Fixed value range/s not identical in ASCII and EBCDIC

What causes this issue?

The specified fixed value range defines a different set of values in
the character set ASCII and in character set EBCDIC, as the
<DS:TX.DDDOK_ASCII_EBCDIC>sequence</> of the individual characters
within these character sets differs.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If the specified fixed value range is to be used on computers with the
character set ASCII as well as on computers with the character set
EBCDIC, divide the fixed value ranges into several smaller ranges which
define the same set of values in the two character sets.
Examples:
(a) Ranges from single characters:
[a, z] The special characters included in
character set EBCDIC can generally be neglected
[A, I]
[J, R]
[S, Z]
[0, 9]
(b) Ranges from several characters:
- The lower and upper limits of the range must be of the same
length and every character must be the same.
- The last character must be from the same unique single
character range in the lower and upper limit (see a).
[0A, 0F]
[3b, 3x]
(c) All other ranges define different sets of values in ASCII and
EBCDIC.
[Z0, Z999] in ASCII contains strings which are not contained
in EBCDIC:
ZA, ..., ZZ, Za, ..., Zz
[0Z, 9Z] in EBCDIC contains strings which are not contained
in ASCII:
00, ..., 09
in ASCII contains strings which are not contained
in EBCDIC:
0a, ..., 0z
[AA, BB] in EBCDIC contains strings which are not contained
in ASCII:
A0, ..., A9
in ASCII contains strings which are not contained
in EBCDIC:
Aa, ..., Az

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO209 - Fixed value range/s not identical in ASCII and EBCDIC ?

  The SAP error message DO209 indicates that there is a mismatch in the fixed value ranges between ASCII and EBCDIC character sets. This typically occurs when data is being transferred or processed between systems that use different character encodings, such as an ASCII-based system (commonly used in Windows environments) and an EBCDIC-based system (often used in mainframe environments).
  Cause:
  
  Character Encoding Mismatch: The error arises when the fixed values defined in the system do not match between the two character encodings. For example, certain characters may have different representations in ASCII and EBCDIC, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from a mainframe to an SAP system), the character encoding conversion may not be handled correctly, resulting in discrepancies.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the data types or fixed values in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fixed Values: Review the fixed values defined in the relevant data elements or domains in the SAP system. Ensure that they are consistent across both ASCII and EBCDIC representations.
  Data Conversion: If data is being imported or exported, ensure that the conversion between ASCII and EBCDIC is handled correctly. This may involve using appropriate conversion tools or settings.
  Adjust Character Set Settings: In some cases, you may need to adjust the character set settings in the SAP system or the source system to ensure compatibility.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to character encoding issues for specific guidance on resolving this error.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that data integrity is maintained.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Character Encoding: Familiarize yourself with the differences between ASCII and EBCDIC character sets, especially if you are working with legacy systems or data migrations.
  Data Dictionary: Review the data dictionary in SAP to understand how fixed values are defined and how they can be modified.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who specializes in data migration and character encoding issues.