How To Fix DT260 - Field &: Decimal places are corrected to & (proposed value for &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Field &: Decimal places are corrected to & (proposed value for &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT260 - Field &: Decimal places are corrected to & (proposed value for &) ?

  The SAP error message DT260 typically occurs when there is an issue with the number of decimal places defined for a field in a data entry or processing scenario. This message indicates that the system has automatically adjusted the number of decimal places for a particular field to a proposed value, which may not match the value you initially entered.
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question may have a predefined number of decimal places set in the data dictionary or configuration settings. If the value you entered exceeds this limit, SAP will correct it to the maximum allowed decimal places.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not support the number of decimal places you are trying to enter. For example, if a field is defined as a currency type with two decimal places, entering a value with more than two decimal places will trigger this error.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently entered a value with too many decimal places.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the field settings in the data dictionary (transaction SE11) or the relevant configuration settings to determine the allowed number of decimal places. Adjust the configuration if necessary, but be cautious as this may affect other areas of the application.
  Adjust Input Values: Ensure that the values you are entering conform to the allowed number of decimal places for that field. If the field allows only two decimal places, round your input accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected formats and limitations for data entry.
  Custom Code Review: If this error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles decimal places according to the field definitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the field definitions and related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are working in a custom environment, consider checking for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting how data is processed and validated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DT260 error and implement a suitable solution.