How To Fix /IWBEP/SBOD274 - Facet 'Precision' has to be lower than &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Facet 'Precision' has to be lower than &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD274 - Facet 'Precision' has to be lower than &1 ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD274 Facet 'Precision' has to be lower than &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when defining the metadata for an entity type. This error indicates that the precision defined for a numeric data type exceeds the maximum allowed precision for that type.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by defining a numeric field (such as a decimal or float) with a precision that is greater than the maximum allowed value. In SAP, different numeric types have specific limits on their precision. For example, if you define a field with a precision of 20, but the maximum allowed precision is 15, you will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the precision of the affected field in your data model. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Determine which field is causing the error. The error message should indicate the field name and the maximum allowed precision (represented by &1).
  
  
  Adjust the Precision:
  
  Go to the Data Model (e.g., in the SEGW transaction for OData services).
  Locate the entity type and the specific property that is causing the issue.
  Change the precision of the property to a value that is lower than the maximum allowed precision.
  
  
  
  Re-generate the Service: After making the changes, regenerate the OData service to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Service: Once the service is regenerated, test it to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Numeric Data Types in SAP: Familiarize yourself with the different numeric data types and their precision limits in SAP. Common types include DECIMAL, FLOAT, and INT, each with specific precision and scale limits.
  SAP Gateway and OData: Understanding how SAP Gateway and OData services work can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message, as well as the official SAP documentation for best practices in defining data models.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your OData service functions correctly.