How To Fix AQV719 - Only icons can be assigned to icon fields

AQV719 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 719

• Message text: Only icons can be assigned to icon fields

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AQV719 - Details

• The SAP error message AQV719, which states "Only icons can be assigned to icon fields," typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a non-icon value to a field that is specifically designed to hold icons. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP GUI programming, particularly when dealing with custom screens or user interface elements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The field in question is defined to accept only icon data types, but a different type of data (like text or numeric values) is being assigned to it.
  Misconfiguration: The configuration of the screen or the field may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to assign a value.
  Programming Error: If you are using ABAP or another programming language to manipulate the UI, there may be a coding error where the wrong type of data is being passed to the icon field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Ensure that