How To Fix DBPROC_PROXY040 - Database type & (&,&) cannot be mapped onto ABAP type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBPROC_PROXY - Messages for DB Procedure Proxies

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Database type & (&,&) cannot be mapped onto ABAP type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBPROC_PROXY040 - Database type & (&,&) cannot be mapped onto ABAP type ?

  The SAP error message DBPROC_PROXY040 indicates that there is a mismatch between the database type and the ABAP type during data processing. This typically occurs when the system is trying to map a database field type to an ABAP data type, but the mapping is not possible due to incompatibility.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The database field type (e.g., VARCHAR, INT, etc.) does not have a corresponding ABAP data type. This can happen if the database schema has been modified or if there are custom types that are not recognized by ABAP.
  Unsupported Data Types: Certain database types may not be supported in ABAP, especially if they are specific to a certain database system or version.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: The mapping defined in the ABAP program or the database view may not be correct, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the database schema and the ABAP data types being used. Ensure that the