How To Fix CMX_PII053 - Formula parameter type and the XS parameter &1 are not compatible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMX_PII - PI Interpreter: Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Formula parameter type and the XS parameter &1 are not compatible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMX_PII053 - Formula parameter type and the XS parameter &1 are not compatible ?

  The SAP error message CMX_PII053 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected parameter type in a formula and the actual type of the XS (cross-system) parameter being passed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP BusinessObjects when working with calculated measures or formulas.
  Cause:
  
  Type Mismatch: The formula is expecting a certain data type (e.g., integer, string, date) for the parameter, but the XS parameter being passed does not match this type.
  Incorrect Parameter Definition: The XS parameter may not be defined correctly in the data model or may have been altered after the formula was created.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source has changed or if there are inconsistencies in the data types defined in the source, this can lead to such errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Types: Review the formula and the XS parameter definitions to ensure that they are compatible. Make sure that the data types match.
  Modify the Formula: If necessary, adjust the formula to accommodate the correct data type of the XS parameter. This may involve using type conversion functions if supported.
  Update XS Parameter: If the XS parameter is incorrectly defined, update its definition to match the expected type in the formula.
  Test with Sample Data: After making changes, test the formula with sample data to ensure that it works as expected without errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance on the formula syntax and parameter types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check SAP's support portal for any notes related to CMX_PII053 for additional context or patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools available in your SAP environment to trace the execution of the formula and identify where the type mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMX_PII053 error and ensure that your formulas and parameters are compatible.