How To Fix D0050 - Value & not valid for Boolean field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D0 - Machine-level ABAP/4 Dictionary texts (e.g. debugging)

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Value & not valid for Boolean field &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D0050 - Value & not valid for Boolean field & ?

  The SAP error message D0050 indicates that a value provided for a Boolean field is not valid. Boolean fields typically accept only two values: True or False, often represented as X (for True) and blank or 0 (for False). If a value other than these is provided, the system will throw this error.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The most common cause is that the input value for the Boolean field is not recognized as valid. For example, entering a string like "Yes" or "No" instead of X or leaving it blank.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be expecting a Boolean value, but the data being passed is of a different type (e.g., numeric or string).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the field in the underlying data model or in the program logic that processes the input.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the values being passed to the Boolean field are either X (for True) or left blank (for False). If you are using a program or a report, verify the logic that populates this field.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your code to ensure that only valid Boolean values are assigned to the field before processing.
  Debugging: If you are working with custom code, use debugging tools to trace the value being assigned to the Boolean field and identify where the invalid value is coming from.
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, review the configuration of the field in the relevant data model or transaction to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on data types and field definitions.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the field definitions and data types.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or support channels for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By ensuring that only valid Boolean values are used and by implementing proper validation, you can resolve the D0050 error effectively.