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

EDTALE030 - Overview

• 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