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How To Fix WF_EXPR003 - No decimal places can be specified for elementary type "&1"


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WF_EXPR - Expression Evaluation, Analysis and Parsing.

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: No decimal places can be specified for elementary type "&1"

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WF_EXPR003 - No decimal places can be specified for elementary type "&1" ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WF_EXPR003 No decimal places can be specified for elementary type "&1"


    Cause

    This error occurs in SAP Workflow when you try to define or use a decimal places specification for an elementary data type that does not support decimal places. In other words, the workflow expression or container element is defined with a data type that is an elementary type (like INT, CHAR, STRING, etc.) which inherently does not have decimal places, but the workflow or expression tries to assign or specify decimal places for it.

    For example, if you have a workflow container element of type INT or CHAR and you try to specify decimal places (e.g., 2 decimal places), the system throws this error because these types do not support decimals.


    When does it typically happen?

    • When defining workflow container elements or parameters.
    • When creating or editing workflow expressions involving numeric types.
    • When mapping data between workflow container elements and function modules or BAPIs.
    • When using the expression editor and specifying decimal places for incompatible types.

    Solution

    1. Check the Data Type:

      • Verify the data type of the workflow container element or the variable involved.
      • Ensure that the data type is appropriate for decimal places (e.g., DEC, CURR, QUAN).
    2. Remove Decimal Places for Non-Decimal Types:

      • If the data type is elementary and does not support decimals (like INT, CHAR, STRING), do not specify decimal places.
      • Adjust the workflow container element or expression to remove any decimal places specification.
    3. Change Data Type if Needed:

      • If decimal places are required, change the data type of the container element to a type that supports decimals, such as:
        • DEC (packed number)
        • CURR (currency)
        • QUAN (quantity)
      • Then specify the required number of decimal places.
    4. Adjust Expression or Mapping:

      • In the workflow expression editor, ensure that decimal places are only specified for compatible data types.
      • Correct any mapping or assignment that tries to assign decimal places to incompatible types.

    Related Information

    • SAP Workflow Container Elements:
      Container elements can be elementary or complex types. Elementary types like INT4, CHAR, STRING do not have decimal places.

    • Data Types Supporting Decimals:
      Types like DEC, CURR, and QUAN support decimal places and are used for amounts, quantities, and packed numbers.

    • Expression Editor in Workflow:
      When creating expressions, the system validates data types and decimal places. This error is a validation error indicating a mismatch.

    • SAP Notes and Documentation:
      Check SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for workflow container data types and expression editor usage.


    Summary

    Aspect Description
    Error Cause Decimal places specified for a data type that does not support decimals (e.g., INT, CHAR).
    Solution Remove decimal places or change the data type to one that supports decimals (DEC, CURR, QUAN).
    Where to Check Workflow container element definitions, expression editor, data type mappings.

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