How To Fix OQ_C253 - &1 Decimal error in price &2 for &3 (previous price &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_C - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Fuels

• Message number: 253

• Message text: &1 Decimal error in price &2 for &3 (previous price &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_C253 - &1 Decimal error in price &2 for &3 (previous price &4) ?

  The SAP error message OQ_C253 indicates a decimal error in pricing, specifically when the system encounters an issue with the format or precision of a price value. This error typically arises in scenarios involving pricing calculations, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or pricing conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Places Configuration: The error often occurs when the number of decimal places defined for a currency or pricing condition does not match the value being processed. For example, if a price is defined with more decimal places than allowed by the currency settings, this error can occur.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of prices or incorrect data in master records (like material master or vendor master) can lead to this issue.
  Currency Settings: The currency settings in the system may not align with the expected decimal places for the pricing conditions.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the pricing logic, they may inadvertently cause decimal errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Decimal Places Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check the currency settings and ensure that the number of decimal places is correctly defined for the currency in question.
  Verify the pricing condition records to ensure they are set up with the correct decimal places.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master, vendor master, or customer master for any incorrect pricing entries. Ensure that prices are entered with the correct number of decimal places.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pricing Conditions:
  
  If the error is related to specific pricing conditions, review and adjust the condition records to ensure they comply with the decimal settings.
  
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment:
  
  If you suspect that custom code is causing the issue, test the relevant transactions in a development environment to identify and fix the problem.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08 - Maintain exchange rates and currency settings.
  VK11/VK12 - Create/Change pricing conditions.
  MM02 - Change material master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing and currency settings for more detailed guidance on configuration.
  
  
  Testing: Always perform changes in a test environment before applying them to production to avoid disruptions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OQ_C253 error in your SAP system.