How To Fix FRMLMSC148 - Substance &1, accuracy loss due to reduced number of decimal places

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLMSC - RMS-FRM: Miscellaneous Messages for Formula

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Substance &1, accuracy loss due to reduced number of decimal places

What causes this issue?

A loss of accuracy occurred when converting from 6 decimal places to 4,
due to the numbers being rounded.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLMSC148 - Substance &1, accuracy loss due to reduced number of decimal places ?

  The SAP error message FRMLMSC148 indicates that there is an issue with the accuracy of a substance due to a reduced number of decimal places in its representation. This typically occurs in the context of material management, formulation management, or when dealing with substances in SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Precision Settings: The error is often caused by the system settings that define the number of decimal places for certain fields. If the number of decimal places is reduced, it can lead to a loss of precision in the representation of quantities or concentrations of substances.
  Substance Configuration: The substance in question may have been configured with a certain level of precision that is not being met due to system settings or data entry errors.
  Data Import/Export: If data is being imported or exported from another system, the decimal precision may not be maintained, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Decimal Settings: Review the configuration settings for the substance in question. Ensure that the decimal places are set appropriately to maintain the required level of accuracy.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like OX15 for number ranges or customizing settings for materials).
  
  
  
  Adjust Substance Data: If the substance data has been entered with insufficient decimal places, consider updating the substance data to reflect the correct precision.
  
  Use transaction codes like C201 (Create Material) or C202 (Change Material) to adjust the substance details.
  
  
  
  Review Formulation Settings: If the error occurs in the context of a formulation, check the formulation settings to ensure that the components are defined with the correct precision.
  
  Ensure that the formulation allows for the necessary decimal places for each component.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling decimal precision issues in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  
  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.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP PLM or material management to better understand how to manage substances and their configurations effectively.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error and ensuring that the system settings align with the required precision for substances, you can resolve the FRMLMSC148 error effectively.