How To Fix SCWN259 - Decimal places changed: from &1 to &2

SCWN259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Decimal places changed: from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCWN259 - Decimal places changed: from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message SCWN259, which states "Decimal places changed: from &1 to &2," typically occurs in the context of data conversion or data entry where the number of decimal places for a particular field has been altered. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, conversions, or when working with certain transactions in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field in question may have a different data type or precision defined in the database compared to what is being input or processed.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the SAP system for the specific field may have been changed, leading to a discrepancy in the expected number of decimal places.
  Data Uploads: When uploading data (e.g., via LSMW, BAPIs, or other data migration tools), the source data may have a different number of decimal places than what the target field allows.
  User Input: Users may inadvertently enter values with more decimal places