Message type: E = Error
Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks
Message number: 016
Message text: Type of operation is different from rule type
You have used a decision operation, a subroutine or a jump operation.
However, the rule type does not match the operation.
Read the documentation on the operation and enter the correct rule type.
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5P016
- Type of operation is different from rule type ?The SAP error message 5P016 ("Type of operation is different from rule type") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other modules where rules and operations are defined for various types of data processing. This error indicates a mismatch between the type of operation being performed and the type of rule that has been defined in the system.
Cause: The error can arise due to several reasons: Mismatched Data Types: The operation you are trying to perform (e.g., a calculation or a data entry) does not match the expected data type defined in the rules. For example, if a rule expects a numeric value but receives a string or a different type, this error may occur. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the rules in the system may not align with the operations being executed. This could be due to changes in business processes or incorrect initial setup. Inconsistent Master Data:
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