How To Fix CHK_CLASH_OBJECTS216 - Field &1 has different data types: local &2, remote &3

CHK_CLASH_OBJECTS216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CHK_CLASH_OBJECTS - Messages for the ATC checks on clash objects

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Field &1 has different data types: local &2, remote &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CHK_CLASH_OBJECTS216 - Field &1 has different data types: local &2, remote &3 ?

  The SAP error message CHK_CLASH_OBJECTS216 indicates that there is a mismatch in data types between a local field and a remote field in a data transfer or communication scenario, such as when working with remote function calls (RFCs), BAPIs, or other integration points.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The local field in your program or function module has a different data type than the corresponding field in the remote system or function module. For example, a field might be defined as a character type in one system and as a numeric type in another.
  Inconsistent Data Definitions: If the data structures or types have been modified in one system but not in the other, this can lead to discrepancies.
  Version Differences: If the local and remote systems are running different versions of the same software or have different configurations, this can also lead to data type mismatches.
  
  
  Solution:
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