How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON077 - Number of decimals for &1 exceeds the allowed maximum number of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Number of decimals for &1 exceeds the allowed maximum number of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON077 - Number of decimals for &1 exceeds the allowed maximum number of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON077 indicates that the number of decimal places for a certain field (represented by &1) exceeds the allowed maximum number of decimal places (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) or related modules where numerical values are expected to adhere to specific formatting rules.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Configuration: The field in question is configured to accept a limited number of decimal places, and the value being entered or processed has more decimal places than allowed.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter a value with too many decimal places.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external system, the source data may not conform to the expected decimal format.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling decimal places correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration of the field in question to determine the maximum allowed decimal places. This can usually be found in the data element or domain settings in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Adjust Input Values: Ensure that the values being entered or processed conform to the allowed number of decimal places. This may involve rounding or truncating values as necessary.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in user interfaces or data import processes to prevent values with excessive decimal places from being submitted.
  Review Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, review it to ensure it correctly handles decimal places according to the defined limits.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or transaction to understand any additional constraints or configurations that may apply.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration settings.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the field definitions and their properties.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If applicable, review any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may be influencing how data is processed in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues are introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.