How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL048 - The number of places (&1) of the characteristic exceeds the perm. length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 048

• Message text: The number of places (&1) of the characteristic exceeds the perm. length

What causes this issue?

The maximum length that you defined for the characteristic value (in
characteristics management, field <LS>Number of Places</> in the basic
data of the characteristic).

System Response

This function only supports characteristics that have a <ZH>maximum
length of 18 places</>. This restriction is necessary due to subsequent
processing of the data (in the SAP BW, for example).
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How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL048 - The number of places (&1) of the characteristic exceeds the perm. length ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_CHAR_VAL048 – The number of places (&1) of the characteristic exceeds the perm. length
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the number of decimal places defined for a characteristic value exceeds the permissible length allowed for that characteristic in the classification system. In other words, the characteristic's value is being entered or processed with more decimal places than the characteristic's data type or length definition supports.
  For example, if a characteristic is defined to allow a numeric value with 2 decimal places, but an attempt is made to enter a value with 3 or more decimal places, this error will be triggered.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Characteristics in SAP classification (Class/Characteristic) have defined data types and lengths.
  For numeric characteristics, the length includes the total number of digits and the number of decimal places.
  The system restricts the number of decimal places to the maximum defined in the characteristic.
  If the input value has more decimal places than allowed, the system cannot store or process it correctly, hence the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  Look at the characteristic's data type and length.
  Check the number of decimal places allowed for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Adjust Input Values:
  
  Ensure that the values entered for the characteristic do not exceed the allowed decimal places.
  Round or truncate the input values to fit within the permissible decimal places.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic (if necessary):
  
  If business requirements demand more decimal places, increase the number of decimal places in the characteristic definition.
  Be cautious when changing characteristics as it may impact existing data and processes.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Points:
  
  If the characteristic values are coming from external systems or interfaces, ensure the data mapping respects the decimal place limits.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 – Change Characteristic
  CL02 – Change Class (to which the characteristic is assigned)
  
  
  Data Types in Characteristics:
  
  NUM (Numeric)
  CHAR (Character)
  DATE, TIME, etc.
  
  
  Length and Decimal Places:
  
  For NUM type, length includes total digits.
  Decimal places define how many digits are after the decimal point.
  
  
  Impact:
  
  Incorrect decimal places can cause data inconsistencies.
  May affect pricing, calculations, or classification logic.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL048 indicates that the characteristic value's decimal precision exceeds the characteristic's definition. To resolve, verify and adjust the characteristic's decimal places or the input value accordingly.
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the characteristic name, the value being entered, and the context (e.g., classification, material master, variant configuration).