How To Fix 0K514 - Data type of field & is different from the field catalog definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Data type of field & is different from the field catalog definition

What causes this issue?

The field catalog contains a reference to a Data Dictionary field in
which the reference field data type has been overwritten.
The data type in the field catalog should always be the same as the
data type in the internal table field.
References to Data Dictionary texts should be made by explicitly
passing a data element in the field catalog.
Differing field format options (e.g. conversion exit) should be
described in the field catalog by the EDIT_MASK.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K514 - Data type of field & is different from the field catalog definition ?

  The SAP error message 0K514 indicates that there is a mismatch between the data type of a field in your report or query and the data type defined in the field catalog. This typically occurs when you are trying to display or manipulate data in a way that is inconsistent with how it is defined in the underlying data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field in question may be defined as one data type (e.g., character, numeric, date) in the field catalog, but the actual data being processed is of a different type.
  Field Catalog Definition: The field catalog may have been incorrectly defined or modified, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source (like a database table or view) that affect the data type of the fields being used.
  Custom Code: If there is custom ABAP code involved, it may be incorrectly handling the data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Catalog: Review the field catalog definition to ensure that the data types of the fields are correctly defined. You can do this by checking the relevant program or report where the field catalog is defined.
  Data Type Consistency: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the report or query match those defined in the field catalog. If necessary, adjust the data type in the field catalog or modify the data being processed to ensure consistency.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the mismatch is occurring. Look for any custom logic that may be altering the data type.
  Data Source Verification: Verify that the data source (e.g., database table or view) has not changed in a way that affects the data types of the fields being used.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct data types, consult the SAP documentation or data dictionary (SE11) for the relevant fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the fields involved.
  Field Catalog: The field catalog is typically defined in the context of ALV (ABAP List Viewer) reports, so understanding how to work with ALV and field catalogs can be beneficial.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 0K514 in your SAP environment.