How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLA055 - Precision must be greater than '0' places

SDDIC_ADT_DDLA055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_DDLA - Messages for Annotation Definition Design Time

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Precision must be greater than '0' places

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA055 - Precision must be greater than '0' places ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA055 with the description "Precision must be greater than '0' places" typically occurs when defining a data element or a field in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) where the precision for a numeric field is set incorrectly. This error indicates that the precision (the number of digits that can be stored) must be greater than zero.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Definition: The field in question is defined with a precision of zero or is missing a precision value. This is not allowed for numeric fields, as they need to have at least one digit of precision.
  Data Type Issues: The data type being used may require a precision value that has not been set correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the field definition in the Data Dictionary:
  
  
  Access the Data Element or Domain:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the data element or domain that