How To Fix RSDS099 - &1: Amount field in internal format; check settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 099

• Message text: &1: Amount field in internal format; check settings

What causes this issue?

Setting made for &V1& states that the data from the source is available
in the internal format.
This is not usually the case for this source system type.

System Response

If you do not change this setting, the data has to be available in the
internal SAP format.
<ZH>Example: </>
For the Japanese Yen this means: <NP>1000 JPY</> has to be delivered
from the source as <NP>10.00 JPY</>.

How to fix this error?

Check the data format of the source and where necessary, change the
setting to <ZH><LS>External</></>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 RSDS099 - &1: Amount field in internal format; check settings ?

  The SAP error message RSDS099 typically indicates an issue with the amount field in the internal format when working with DataSources or during data extraction processes. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the extraction of data from SAP systems to BW (Business Warehouse) or when processing data in reports.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The amount field may not be correctly defined in the DataSource or InfoObject. This can happen if the data type in the source system does not match the expected data type in the target system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DataSource settings, such as incorrect field mappings or settings that do not align with the data being extracted.
  Currency Settings: If the amount field is associated with currency, there may be issues with currency conversion or settings that are not properly configured.
  Data Format Issues: The data being extracted may not be in the expected format, leading to conversion errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP system and verify the field definitions. Ensure that the amount field is defined with the correct data type (e.g., DEC for decimal).
  Check the field mappings in the DataSource to ensure they align with the target InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Review InfoObject Settings:
  
  In the BW system, check the InfoObject settings for the amount field. Ensure that the data type and length are correctly defined.
  If necessary, adjust the settings to match the source data.
  
  
  
  Currency Configuration:
  
  If the amount field involves currency, ensure that the currency settings are correctly configured in both the source and target systems.
  Check if the currency conversion settings are appropriate for the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Data Format Validation:
  
  Validate the data being extracted to ensure it is in the expected format. Look for any anomalies or inconsistencies in the data that could lead to format issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test extraction to see if the error persists. Monitor the logs for any additional error messages that may provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDS099 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on DataSources and InfoObjects for best practices in configuration and data extraction.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDS099 error message in your SAP environment.