How To Fix ME676 - The target value is too large (check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 676

• Message text: The target value is too large (check your entry)

What causes this issue?

The target value has exceeded the internal system maximum value.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EINGABE_PRUEFEN_NA
INCLUDE SYSADMIN_NA

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME676 - The target value is too large (check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message ME676, which states "The target value is too large (check your entry)," typically occurs in the context of purchasing or materials management when the system detects that a value entered in a field exceeds the allowable limit. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying purchase orders, contracts, or other procurement-related documents.
  Causes:
  
  Exceeding Field Limits: The value entered in a field (e.g., quantity, price, or target value) exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system configuration.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not support the value being entered (e.g., entering a decimal value in an integer field).
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the material master or purchasing info records may impose restrictions on the values that can be entered.
  Currency Issues: If the value is in a different currency, it may not convert correctly, leading to an inflated target value.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values you are entering to ensure they are within the acceptable range. Refer to the field documentation or help text for maximum limits.
  Adjust Configuration: If you have the necessary permissions, check the configuration settings in the material master or purchasing info records to see if the limits can be adjusted.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data type of the field matches the value you are trying to enter. For example, if the field expects an integer, do not enter decimal values.
  Currency Conversion: If applicable, verify that the currency conversion is correct and that you are entering values in the correct currency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the field and its limits.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME31K (Create Contract).
  Field Documentation: Use the F1 help function in SAP to get more information about the specific field where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME676 error and implement a suitable solution.