/IWBEP/SBOD223 - The precision of '&1' is too low for the ABAP type

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: The precision of '&1' is too low for the ABAP type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD223 - The precision of '&1' is too low for the ABAP type ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD223 The precision of '&1' is too low for the ABAP type typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is a mismatch between the precision defined in the OData model and the precision expected by the ABAP data type.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error usually arises when the precision of a numeric field in the OData service is defined with a lower precision than what is required by the corresponding ABAP data type. For example, if an OData model defines a decimal field with a precision of 5, but the ABAP type requires a precision of 10, this error will occur.
  Model Definition Issues: The issue can also stem from how the OData service is defined in the SAP Gateway. If the metadata for the OData service does not match the underlying ABAP data types, this error can be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust OData Model: Review the OData service definition and ensure that the precision of the fields matches the expected precision of the corresponding ABAP data types. You may need to increase the precision in the OData model.
  
  You can do this by modifying the service in the SAP Gateway Service Builder (transaction code SEGW).
  Navigate to the entity type and adjust the precision of the relevant properties.
  
  
  
  Check ABAP Data Types: Verify the ABAP data types in the underlying data model (e.g., structures, tables) to ensure they are defined correctly. If necessary, adjust the ABAP data types to match the precision required by the OData model.
  
  
  Regenerate the OData Service: After making changes to the OData model, regenerate the service to ensure that the changes take effect. This can be done in the Service Builder by selecting the service and choosing the "Generate" option.
  
  
  Test the Service: After making the adjustments, test the OData service again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SEGW: Service Builder for OData services.
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check the definitions of tables and structures.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for OData services and data types to understand the expected precision and scale for different data types.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using transaction SLG1 to check for application logs related to the OData service, which may provide additional context for the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWBEP/SBOD223 and ensure that your OData service functions correctly.