How To Fix UC075 - Field value &1 from &2 cannot be assigned to a packed number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UC - FI/CO Data transfer: errors during transfer

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Field value &1 from &2 cannot be assigned to a packed number

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the sender records.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UC075 - Field value &1 from &2 cannot be assigned to a packed number ?

  The SAP error message UC075 indicates that there is an issue with data conversion, specifically when trying to assign a field value to a packed number format. This typically occurs when the value being assigned does not conform to the expected format for a packed number, which is a numeric data type used in SAP to store decimal numbers efficiently.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Format: The value being assigned may contain non-numeric characters or may not be in the correct format (e.g., too many decimal places).
  Overflow: The value exceeds the maximum size that can be stored in a packed number field.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: The value may have leading or trailing spaces that prevent it from being recognized as a valid number.
  Data Type Mismatch: The source field type may not be compatible with the target packed number field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Ensure that the value being assigned is a valid numeric value. Remove any non-numeric characters and ensure it is formatted correctly.
  Adjust Decimal Places: If the value has too many decimal places, round it or truncate it to fit the packed number format.
  Trim Spaces: Use string manipulation functions to remove any leading or trailing spaces from the value.
  Data Type Conversion: If necessary, convert the data type of the source field to ensure compatibility with the packed number field.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the exact point where the error occurs and inspect the values being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Packed Number Format: In SAP, packed numbers (type P) are used to store decimal numbers in a compact format. They can store both positive and negative values and are defined by their length and number of decimal places.
  Data Dictionary: Check the data dictionary (SE11) for the definitions of the fields involved to understand their data types and constraints.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) to check the program or report that is generating the error, and SE80 (Object Navigator) to analyze the related objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address similar issues or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UC075 error and implement a solution to resolve it.