How To Fix FDT_CHANGE_INFO238 - Decimals restriction of the element was changed from &1 to &2

FDT_CHANGE_INFO238 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CHANGE_INFO - FDT: Changes info in object for different versions

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Decimals restriction of the element was changed from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CHANGE_INFO238 - Decimals restriction of the element was changed from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CHANGE_INFO238 indicates that there has been a change in the decimal restriction of a data element in the context of Field Data Tool (FDT) or similar data handling scenarios. The message specifies that the decimal places allowed for a particular field have been altered from one value (&1) to another (&2).
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the underlying data model or data dictionary where the decimal places for a field have been modified.
  Configuration Changes: Adjustments in the configuration settings of the application that affect how data is processed or displayed.
  Inconsistent Data: Existing data in the database may not comply with the new decimal restrictions, leading to conflicts when trying to save or process data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Changes: Check the recent changes made to the data element or field in the data dictionary. Ensure