How To Fix KH303 - The number format for other columns was changed

KH303 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 303

• Message text: The number format for other columns was changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH303 - The number format for other columns was changed ?

  The SAP error message KH303, which states "The number format for other columns was changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with reports or data displays that involve numeric fields. This error can arise when there is a mismatch in the expected number format for certain columns in a report or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Number Formats: The error often occurs when the number format settings for certain columns in a report or transaction do not match the expected format. This can happen if the data source or the configuration settings have been altered.
  User Settings: Individual user settings for number formats (like decimal separators or thousands separators) may differ from the system settings or from the settings expected by the report.
  Data Type Mismatch: If the underlying data types for the columns have changed (for example, from numeric to text), this can lead to format issues.
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