How To Fix ESH_SEARCH406 - Max_total_digit_numbers, max_length, fraction_digit_numbers are ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_SEARCH - ESH Search

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Max_total_digit_numbers, max_length, fraction_digit_numbers are ignored

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Attributes maximum_total_digit_numbers, maximum_length, and
fraction_digit_numbers are ignored.

How to fix this error?

Every datatype with xsd:decimal is represented internally by a
DECFLOAT34 element with the following properties:
decfloat34 16-byte Decimal floating point number with 34 decimal
places
Decimal floating-point numbers of this type are represented internally
with 34 decimal places in accordance with the IEEE-754-2008 standard;
valid values are numbers between 1E6145(1E-34 - 1) and -1E-6143 for the
negative range, 0 and +1E-6143 and 1E6145(1 - 1E-34) for the positive
range. Values lying between the ranges form the subnormal range and are
rounded; outside the subnormal range, each 34-digit decimal number can
be represented precisely with such a decimal floating-point number.
As a consequence, the maximum sum for decfloat34 field is a total
lengthof 36 with 34 variable fraction digits, one character for the
comma, andone character for the algebraic sign.
At runtime, you should round data that does not fit these requirements.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_SEARCH406 - Max_total_digit_numbers, max_length, fraction_digit_numbers are ignored ?

  The SAP error message ESH_SEARCH406 typically relates to the configuration of the search settings in the SAP Enterprise Search (SAP ESH) environment. This error indicates that certain parameters related to numeric fields in the search configuration are being ignored due to their values being set incorrectly or being incompatible with the system's expectations.
  Cause:
  The error message ESH_SEARCH406 is triggered when the following parameters are set in a way that they cannot be processed correctly:
  
  max_total_digit_numbers: This parameter defines the maximum number of digits allowed in a numeric field.
  max_length: This parameter defines the maximum length of the numeric field.
  fraction_digit_numbers: This parameter defines the number of digits allowed after the decimal point.
  
  If any of these parameters are set to values that are not valid or exceed the system's limits, the system will ignore them and raise this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the ESH_SEARCH406 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the search service in the SAP system. Ensure that the values for max_total_digit_numbers, max_length, and fraction_digit_numbers are set correctly and within acceptable limits.
  
  
  Adjust Parameter Values:
  
  Ensure that max_total_digit_numbers is a positive integer and does not exceed the maximum allowed by the system.
  Ensure that max_length is also a positive integer and is appropriate for the data being processed.
  Ensure that fraction_digit_numbers is a non-negative integer and does not exceed the maximum allowed for the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version of your system to understand the valid ranges and constraints for these parameters.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the search functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the search behaves as expected.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide further insight into the issue.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring search parameters.
  Enterprise Search Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for SAP Enterprise Search, as improper settings can lead to various issues.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment before applying changes to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_SEARCH406 error and ensure that your SAP Enterprise Search configuration is functioning correctly.