How To Fix C1167 - Data type of characteristic is not CHAR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Data type of characteristic is not CHAR

What causes this issue?

You can only classify characteristic values if the characteristic has
data type CHAR. Characteristic &V1& has data type &V2&.

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?

Use a characteristic with data type CHAR.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1167 - Data type of characteristic is not CHAR ?

  The SAP error message C1167, which states "Data type of characteristic is not CHAR," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with InfoObjects or characteristics that are expected to have a specific data type.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic you are trying to use is not defined as a character (CHAR) type in the InfoObject definition. For example, if you are trying to use a characteristic that is defined as a numeric type (NUMC) or date type (DATS), but the system expects a character type.
  Incorrect Mapping: When mapping fields from a source system to an InfoObject, if the source field's data type does not match the expected data type of the target InfoObject, this error can occur.
  Transformation Issues: During data transformation processes, if the data type of the source field does not align with the target field in the transformation rules, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C1167 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check the data type of the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the data type is set to CHAR if that is what is required for your operation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Mapping:
  
  If you are mapping fields from a source system, ensure that the data types of the source fields match the expected data types of the target InfoObjects.
  Modify the mapping in the transformation to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  Modify Transformation Rules:
  
  If the error occurs during a data load process, review the transformation rules to ensure that the data types are correctly defined and that any necessary conversions are applied.
  
  
  
  Data Type Conversion:
  
  If necessary, you can create a new characteristic with the correct data type or modify the existing one if it is feasible and does not affect other processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test load to ensure that the error is resolved and that data is being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for InfoObject and transformation management for detailed guidelines on data types and mappings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the C1167 error and implement a suitable solution.