How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING216 - Value &1 exceeds the maximum allowed fraction digits &2

SRF_AUTHORING216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Value &1 exceeds the maximum allowed fraction digits &2

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SRF_AUTHORING216 - Details

• The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING216 indicates that a value being processed exceeds the maximum allowed number of fraction digits defined for a particular field. This typically occurs in scenarios where numeric values are being input or processed, and the system has strict rules regarding the precision of these values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Fraction Digits: The value you are trying to enter has more decimal places than the system allows. For example, if the maximum allowed fraction digits are set to 2, and you try to enter a value like 123.456, this will trigger the error.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum fraction digits are often defined in the data dictionary or configuration settings for the specific field or data type in SAP.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not support the level of precision you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Review the value you are trying to enter and ensure it does