How To Fix EDTALE030 - Sender structure &1 can include text fields only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDTALE - EDT-ALE Messages

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Sender structure &1 can include text fields only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDTALE030 - Sender structure &1 can include text fields only ?

  The SAP error message EDTALE030 indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the data being processed in a data transfer or interface scenario. Specifically, it means that the sender structure you are trying to use includes fields that are not text fields, which is not allowed in this context.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Structure Definition: The sender structure defined in the data transfer does not conform to the expected format. It may contain numeric, date, or other non-text fields.
  Mapping Issues: If you are using a mapping tool (like SAP PI/PO or SAP Data Services), the mapping might be incorrectly set up, leading to the inclusion of non-text fields.
  Data Source Issues: The source data being sent may have fields that are not compatible with the expected text-only structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Structure Definition: Review the definition of the sender structure in the relevant data transfer or interface configuration. Ensure that all fields are defined as text fields (character type).
  Modify Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool, check the mapping configuration to ensure that only text fields are being mapped from the source to the target structure.
  Data Validation: Validate the source data to ensure that it only contains text fields. If there are numeric or other types of fields, consider converting them to text format if appropriate.
  Adjust Data Transfer Logic: If the data transfer logic is custom, ensure that it is designed to handle only text fields in the sender structure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected data structures and formats.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure definitions and SE80 (Object Navigator) for related objects.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in the relevant transaction (like SLG1 for application logs) to get more context on the error and any related issues.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDTALE030 error and implement a solution to resolve it.