How To Fix E2244 - Only an elementary type can be entered in this context

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Only an elementary type can be entered in this context

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can only use an elementary <DS:DE.DATATYPE_D>data type</> for
direct type entry to a field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2244 - Only an elementary type can be entered in this context ?

  The SAP error message E2244, which states "Only an elementary type can be entered in this context," typically occurs in ABAP programming when you are trying to assign or use a non-elementary data type in a context that requires an elementary type. Elementary types in ABAP include simple data types like integers, characters, and floating-point numbers, while non-elementary types include structures, tables, and references.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: You are trying to assign a non-elementary type (like a structure or an internal table) to a variable or field that expects an elementary type.
  Function Module/Method Parameters: You may be passing a non-elementary type to a function module or method that only accepts elementary types.
  Field Definitions: In a screen or report, you might be trying to use a non-elementary type in a field that is defined to accept only elementary types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the variables you are using. Ensure that you are using elementary types where required.
  Change Variable Types: If you need to use a non-elementary type, consider changing the context or the variable to accommodate the required type. For example, if you need to pass a structure, ensure that the function or method can accept it.
  Use Appropriate Conversions: If you need to extract a specific value from a non-elementary type (like a field from a structure), make sure to access the specific field of the structure that is of an elementary type.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace where the error occurs and inspect the data types being used at that point.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Elementary Types in ABAP: Familiarize yourself with the different elementary types in ABAP, such as I (integer), F (floating point), C (character), D (date), and T (time).
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on data types and their usage.
  Function Module/Method Signatures: Always check the signatures of function modules or methods to ensure that you are passing the correct types.
  
  By addressing the data type mismatch and ensuring that you are using the correct types in the appropriate contexts, you should be able to resolve the E2244 error.