How To Fix SD_EXPRESSION019 - Maximal scale 37 for DEC exceeded in arithm. expression

SD_EXPRESSION019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_EXPRESSION - Messages processing AST expressions

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Maximal scale 37 for DEC exceeded in arithm. expression

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_EXPRESSION019 - Maximal scale 37 for DEC exceeded in arithm. expression ?

  The SAP error message SD_EXPRESSION019 indicates that there is an issue with a calculation in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module, specifically related to the maximum scale for decimal values being exceeded. This typically occurs when a calculation results in a decimal number that has more digits after the decimal point than the system can handle.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an arithmetic expression that results in a decimal value with a scale (the number of digits after the decimal point) greater than what is allowed. In this case, the maximum scale is set to 37, and the calculation is producing a result that exceeds this limit.
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Complex Calculations: In sales order processing, pricing, or discount calculations where multiple factors are involved.
  Data Type Mismatch: When the data types used in calculations are not compatible, leading to unexpected results.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in pricing procedures or master data that lead to excessive