How To Fix OC515 - Number of decimal places in linear constant was not changed

OC515 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OC - IS-Oil: BDRP Bulk Distribution Requirement Planning messages

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Number of decimal places in linear constant was not changed

What causes this issue?

Number of decimal places in linear constant was not changed.

System Response

Processing continues.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OC515 - Number of decimal places in linear constant was not changed ?

  The SAP error message OC515, which states "Number of decimal places in linear constant was not changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration for linear constants in the system, particularly when dealing with pricing, cost calculations, or other financial data that requires precision.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to change the number of decimal places for a linear constant in a way that is not permissible or does not align with the existing configuration. It can happen due to:
  
  Inconsistent Decimal Settings: The system may have a predefined number of decimal places for certain fields, and an attempt to change this setting conflicts with existing data or configurations.
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are existing records that rely on a specific number of decimal places, changing this setting could lead to data integrity issues.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the configuration of the relevant module (like pricing, material