DDLS479 - &: DEC, QUAN, CURR, D16N, and D34N are allowed as a target type for INT*

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 479

• Message text: &: DEC, QUAN, CURR, D16N, and D34N are allowed as a target type for INT*

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS479 - &: DEC, QUAN, CURR, D16N, and D34N are allowed as a target type for INT* ?

  The SAP error message DDLS479 indicates that there is an issue with the target type of a field in a Data Dictionary object, specifically when dealing with INT (integer types). The message states that only certain data types are allowed as target types for INT fields, which include DEC (decimal), QUAN (quantity), CURR (currency), D16N (date with 16 digits), and D34N (date with 34 digits).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when you are trying to assign or map a field of an incompatible data type to an INT* field in a Data Dictionary object (like a table or structure). This can happen during the creation or modification of database tables, views, or structures where the data types do not match the expected types.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the fields involved in the operation. Ensure that any field you are trying to assign to an INT* field is one of the allowed types (DEC, QUAN, CURR, D16N, D34N).
  
  
  Modify Field Types: If you find that the field types are incompatible, you may need to change the data type of the field you are trying to assign to the INT* field to one of the allowed types.
  
  
  Adjust Data Dictionary Objects: If you are working with a table or structure, you may need to adjust the definitions in the Data Dictionary (SE11) to ensure that the field types align correctly.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: If the field is part of a larger structure or is being used in multiple places, ensure that changing the data type does not break any dependencies or existing functionality.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you are making changes in a development environment, ensure that you transport the changes to the appropriate environments (e.g., QA, Production) after testing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Dictionary (SE11): This is the transaction code in SAP where you can view and modify the definitions of database objects.
  Field Types: Familiarize yourself with the different field types in SAP, especially those related to numeric and date values.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS479 error and ensure that your Data Dictionary objects are correctly defined.