How To Fix KH605 - The number format of "&1" "&2" was changed -> exceptions, see long text

KH605 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 605

• Message text: The number format of "&1" "&2" was changed -> exceptions, see long text

What causes this issue?

You altered the number format. However, it is not advisable to alter
the decimal places for some columns. Columns for amounts, for example,
should not be given more decimal places than required for the currency
they contain.

System Response

The decimal places of these columns have remained unchanged.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH605 - The number format of "&1" "&2" was changed -> exceptions, see long text ?

  The SAP error message KH605 indicates that there is an issue with the number format of a specific field or value in the system. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules, where number formats are crucial for calculations and data processing.
  
  Cause:
  The error message KH605 is triggered when the number format of a specified field (indicated by "&1" and "&2") has been changed, leading to inconsistencies or exceptions in the data processing. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the number format settings in the SAP system, such as decimal places or currency formats.
  Data Migration: Issues during data migration or upload processes where the number formats were not correctly maintained.
  User Input Errors: Incorrect data entry by users that does not conform to the expected number format.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements that manipulate number formats incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the