How To Fix AIS_STDREP104 - Data type is incorrect; only C, D and F are permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIS_STDREP - Messages for Standard Reporting on Results Database

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Data type is incorrect; only C, D and F are permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIS_STDREP104 - Data type is incorrect; only C, D and F are permitted ?

  The SAP error message AIS_STDREP104 indicates that there is an issue with the data type being used in a specific context, typically related to the reporting or data extraction processes in SAP. The message specifies that only certain data types are permitted, namely C (character), D (date), and F (floating point).
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  An incorrect data type is being used in a report or data extraction process.
  A field or variable is expected to be of type C, D, or F, but it is being provided with a different type (e.g., numeric, integer, etc.).
  There may be a mismatch between the expected data type in the report definition and the actual data type of the source data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AIS_STDREP104 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the fields being used in the report or extraction. Ensure that they conform to the expected types (C, D, F).
  
  
  Modify Report/Query: If you are using a custom report or query, modify it to ensure that the fields are correctly defined with the appropriate data types.
  
  
  Data Mapping: If the data is being pulled from a source that has different data types, consider implementing data mapping or conversion logic to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the report to identify where the incorrect data type is being introduced.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the expected data types for the report or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working with transaction codes related to reporting (e.g., SE38 for ABAP reports, SQ01 for queries).
  Data Dictionary: Use transaction SE11 to check the data dictionary for the relevant tables and fields to confirm their data types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the AIS_STDREP104 error in your SAP environment.