How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL049 - Field &1 is of type Currency. Length has to be 5.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_ADSO_MODEL - Messages related to the Datastore Object Backend

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Field &1 is of type Currency. Length has to be 5.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL049 - Field &1 is of type Currency. Length has to be 5. ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL049 indicates that there is an issue with a field defined as a currency type in an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO) model. Specifically, the error states that the length of the currency field must be 5, which typically refers to the number of characters allocated for the currency value, including the decimal places.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition: The field in question is defined as a currency type, but its length does not meet the required specification. In SAP, currency fields usually have a specific format that includes both the integer and decimal parts.
  Data Model Configuration: The ADSO model may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the expected field length and the actual field length defined in the data model.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source feeding into the ADSO has currency fields that do not conform to the expected length, this can trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Definition: 
  
  Go to the ADSO model in the SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW system.
  Verify the definition of the currency field in the data model. Ensure that the length is set to 5 characters, which typically allows for 2 decimal places (e.g., 999.99).
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Length:
  
  If the field length is incorrectly set, modify it to meet the requirement. This can usually be done in the data model configuration settings.
  Ensure that the field is defined as a currency type with the correct length.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the data source that populates the ADSO. Ensure that the currency fields in the source data conform to the expected length and format.
  If necessary, transform the data in the data source to ensure it meets the ADSO requirements.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the ADSO:
  
  After making changes to the field definition or data source, you may need to re-activate the ADSO model to apply the changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test load to ensure that the error is resolved and that data is being loaded correctly into the ADSO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Field Format: In SAP, currency fields typically follow a format that includes both the integer and decimal parts. For example, a length of 5 allows for values up to 999.99.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on data modeling and currency field specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address similar issues or provide additional guidance on handling currency fields in ADSO models.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL049 error and ensure that your currency fields are correctly defined and populated in your ADSO model.