How To Fix DO267 - Sign flag is reset (not meaningful for &)

DO267 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 267

• Message text: Sign flag is reset (not meaningful for &)

What causes this issue?

No sign is intended for the specified data type.
The sign used is therefore reset automatically.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO267 - Sign flag is reset (not meaningful for &) ?

  The SAP error message DO267 ("Sign flag is reset (not meaningful for &)") typically occurs in the context of data processing or reporting in SAP, particularly when dealing with numeric fields or calculations. This message indicates that the sign flag for a numeric value has been reset, which may not be meaningful for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error often arises when there is a mismatch in the expected data type. For example, if a field is expected to hold a signed numeric value but is being treated as an unsigned value, the sign flag may be reset.
  Invalid Operations: Performing operations that do not make sense for the data type can lead to this error. For instance, trying to perform arithmetic operations on a field that is not meant to hold signed values.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the data elements or structures in the ABAP program or