How To Fix /SMB/SBA1088 - To edit variants, maintain decim. not. in user settings as '1.234.567,89'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: To edit variants, maintain decim. not. in user settings as '1.234.567,89'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1088 - To edit variants, maintain decim. not. in user settings as '1.234.567,89' ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1088 indicates that there is an issue with the decimal notation settings in your user profile when trying to edit variants. This error typically arises when the system expects a specific format for decimal and thousand separators, which is not aligned with the current user settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is configured to expect a certain format for decimal numbers, and your user settings do not match this format. Specifically, the message suggests that the system is looking for a decimal notation format like '1.234.567,89', which is common in certain locales (e.g., German), but your current settings may be different.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to adjust your user settings to match the expected decimal notation format. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Access User Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and log in.
  Navigate to the menu: System -> User Profile -> Own Data (or you can use the transaction code SU3).
  
  
  
  Change Decimal Notation:
  
  In the Own Data screen, go to the Defaults tab.
  Look for the field labeled Decimal Notation.
  Change the value to match the expected format. For example, if the system expects '1.234.567,89', set the decimal notation accordingly.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the changes, save your settings.
  
  
  
  Log Out and Log Back In:
  
  It may be necessary to log out of the SAP system and log back in for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Profile Settings: The user profile settings in SAP allow you to customize how data is displayed and processed, including number formats, date formats, and more.
  Localization Settings: Different regions have different conventions for number formatting (e.g., decimal and thousand separators). Ensure that your settings align with the conventions used in your organization or the specific SAP instance you are working with.
  SAP Notes: If the problem persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this issue, as there may be specific patches or configurations recommended by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully edit your variants in SAP.