How To Fix VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF018 - Exponential format in master data not supported (Cstic &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF - Exception messages for master data access: classification

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Exponential format in master data not supported (Cstic &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF018 - Exponential format in master data not supported (Cstic &1) ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF018 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a characteristic (Cstic) in the master data, specifically that it is in an exponential format, which is not supported by the system. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics that are expected to have a specific format.
  Cause:
  
  Exponential Format: The characteristic value is being represented in an exponential format (e.g., 1.23E+10), which is not compatible with the expected format in SAP.
  Data Entry Error: The data might have been entered incorrectly or imported from an external system that uses a different format.
  Configuration Settings: The system may not be configured to handle certain numeric formats, leading to this error when processing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Review the definition of the characteristic in the SAP system. Ensure that the data type and format are correctly defined to accept the values you are trying to input.
  Data Correction: If the characteristic value is in exponential format, convert it to a standard numeric format that SAP can process (e.g., 12300000000 instead of 1.23E+10).
  Data Import/Export: If the data is being imported from an external source, ensure that the data is formatted correctly before import. You may need to adjust the export settings in the source system to avoid exponential formatting.
  Validation Rules: Implement validation rules in the system to prevent the entry of values in unsupported formats in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the expected formats for characteristics in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling characteristic formats.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected with the corrected data.
  
  By addressing the format of the characteristic values and ensuring they align with SAP's requirements, you should be able to resolve the error message VCH_HL_EXT_CLASSIF018.