How To Fix SBD_MESSAGES033 - Decimals addition in predefined ABAP types is limited to 6 digits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBD_MESSAGES - Messages for source based DDIC

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Decimals addition in predefined ABAP types is limited to 6 digits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES033 - Decimals addition in predefined ABAP types is limited to 6 digits ?

  The SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES033 indicates that there is an issue with the addition of decimal numbers in ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) where the result exceeds the limit of 6 decimal places. This is a common issue when dealing with predefined ABAP types that have a limited precision for decimal values.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform arithmetic operations (like addition) on decimal numbers that result in a value with more than 6 decimal places. In ABAP, certain data types, such as DEC (decimal) and CURR (currency), have a defined precision, and if the result of an operation exceeds this precision, the system raises this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types you are using for your calculations can handle the required precision. If you are using a predefined type that limits decimal places, consider using a different type that allows for more precision.
  
  
  Use Extended Precision: If you need to work with more than 6 decimal places, you can define your own data type with a higher precision. For example, you can define a DEC type with more decimal places:
  DATA: lv_value TYPE p DECIMALS 10.
  
  
  Rounding: If the additional precision is not necessary for your application, you can round the result to 6 decimal places before storing or displaying it. You can use the ROUND function in ABAP:
  lv_result = ROUND( lv_value, 6 ).
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the values being added do not exceed the expected precision. Validate the input data before performing calculations.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, use debugging tools to trace the values being processed and identify where the precision is being exceeded.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the different data types in ABAP and their precision limits. The P (packed number) type allows you to specify the number of decimal places.
  Arithmetic Operations: Understand how arithmetic operations work in ABAP, especially with different data types and their implications on precision.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on data types and handling decimal values in ABAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your ABAP programs handle decimal arithmetic correctly.