How To Fix /PLMI/LBL_BO012 - Rounding rule &1 of &2 is inconsistent; "decl. value" is not numerical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/LBL_BO -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Rounding rule &1 of &2 is inconsistent; "decl. value" is not numerical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/LBL_BO012 - Rounding rule &1 of &2 is inconsistent; "decl. value" is not numerical ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/LBL_BO012 Rounding rule &1 of &2 is inconsistent; "decl. value" is not numerical typically occurs in the context of label printing or handling in SAP, particularly when dealing with the configuration of rounding rules for labels.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Rounding Rule: The rounding rule specified for a particular label or item is not set up correctly. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the rounding settings.
  Non-Numerical Value: The "decl. value" (declaration value) that is expected to be numerical is either missing, incorrectly formatted, or contains non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry where a non-numeric value was entered in a field that requires a numeric value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rounding Rules: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the rounding rules in SAP. Ensure that the rounding rule specified (denoted by &1) is correctly defined and is applicable to the item or label (denoted by &2).
  Verify that the rounding rule is set up to handle the types of values you are working with.
  
  
  
  Validate Declaration Value:
  
  Check the declaration value associated with the label or item. Ensure that it is indeed a numerical value and does not contain any invalid characters.
  If the value is derived from another field or calculation, ensure that the source data is correct and formatted properly.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If you identify any incorrect entries, correct them in the relevant master data or transaction data.
  If the issue persists, consider re-entering the data or resetting the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the label printing or processing again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific bugs or inconsistencies.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to label printing and rounding rules for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.