How To Fix XU020 - Default value could not be determined (field overflow)


XU020 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: XU - Messages for Quantity Conversion at Batch Level (Steel-AI)

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: Default value could not be determined (field overflow)

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  • What causes this issue?

    While calculating a default value without errors after the decimal
    point a field overflow occurred in the system.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Choose a value manually that does not generate an error after the
    decimal point or enter a smaller number value.
    Please contact your system administrator

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XU020 - Default value could not be determined (field overflow) ?
    The SAP error message XU020: Default value could not be determined (field overflow) typically occurs when there is an issue with the data being processed in a particular field, often due to the field exceeding its defined length or capacity. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, data processing, or when executing certain transactions.
    Causes:
    
    Field Length Exceeded: The most common cause is that the data being entered or processed exceeds the maximum length defined for that field in the database or data structure.
    Incorrect Data Type: If the data type of the input does not match the expected type (e.g., entering a string in a numeric field), it can lead to this error.
    Default Value Configuration: If the system is trying to assign a default value to a field and cannot determine a valid value due to constraints or data type mismatches, this error may occur.
    Data Corruption: In some

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