DDLS498 - &: Quantity reference only valid for type QUAN, DECFLOAT, DEC, FLTP, INT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 498

• Message text: &: Quantity reference only valid for type QUAN, DECFLOAT, DEC, FLTP, INT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS498 - &: Quantity reference only valid for type QUAN, DECFLOAT, DEC, FLTP, INT ?

  The SAP error message DDLS498 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a field that is expected to hold a quantity. Specifically, the error states that the quantity reference is only valid for certain data types: QUAN (quantity), DECFLOAT (decimal floating point), DEC (decimal), FLTP (floating point), and INT (integer). This error typically arises in the context of data dictionary definitions, where a field is expected to be of a specific type to handle quantity values.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The field in question is defined with a data type that is not compatible with quantity references. For example, if a field is defined as CHAR or STRING, it will not be able to hold a quantity value.
  Field Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type in the program or function module and the actual data type defined in the database table or structure.
  Data Dictionary Issues: If there are changes in the data dictionary (like changes in the structure or table definitions), it may lead to this error if the changes are not properly reflected in the related programs or function modules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Review the field definition in the data dictionary (SE11) to ensure that it is defined with one of the valid types (QUAN, DECFLOAT, DEC, FLTP, INT).
  Modify Data Type: If the field is incorrectly defined, modify its data type to one of the valid types that can handle quantity references.
  Update Related Programs: If the field is used in any programs, function modules, or reports, ensure that these are updated to reflect the correct data type.
  Re-activate Objects: After making changes, re-activate the affected objects (tables, structures, programs) to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Check for Implicit Conversions: Ensure that there are no implicit conversions happening in the code that could lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to check and modify definitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for data types and their usage in the ABAP programming environment.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, use the debugger to trace back to where the incorrect data type is being used.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS498 error and ensure that your fields are correctly defined to handle quantity references.