How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_PI002 - Up to 6 decimal places possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_PI -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Up to 6 decimal places possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PI002 - Up to 6 decimal places possible ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PI002 indicates that a value you are trying to enter in a field is exceeding the allowed precision of up to 6 decimal places. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with planning data, such as demand planning or supply network planning.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A numeric value is entered with more than six decimal places in a field that only allows up to six.
  This can happen during data entry, data uploads, or when calculations are performed that result in a value with excessive precision.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Input Value: Review the value you are trying to enter and ensure it does not exceed six decimal places. If it does, round it to six decimal places or fewer.
  
  
  Data Uploads: If you are uploading data (e.g., via a data transfer process or batch input), ensure that the source data is formatted correctly. You may need to adjust the data in the source file to conform to the six-decimal-place limit.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: In some cases, you may need to check the configuration settings in the APO system to see if there are any specific settings related to decimal places for the fields in question.
  
  
  Validation Rules: If you are using custom programs or enhancements, ensure that any validation rules are correctly implemented to prevent values with more than six decimal places from being processed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to see if there are any additional guidelines or limitations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Definitions: Check the field definitions in the relevant data model or transaction to understand the precision limits.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If you have custom logic implemented, review any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting how values are processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/SDP_PI002 error and ensure that your data conforms to the required precision limits.