How To Fix FARR_BRF_UI008 - You maintain the date in the result column in this decision table.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_BRF_UI - Message class for BRF+ UI

• Message number: 008

• Message text: You maintain the date in the result column in this decision table.

What causes this issue?

Date maintenance in the <LS>Result </>column

System Response

<SE>System message: Date objects in Unicode programs can't be converted.
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How to fix this error?

The BRFplus decision table allows date maintenance in the <LS>Result
</>column. If you maintain the date in the <LS>Condition</> column,
you'll get a short dump and a corresponding system message when you try
to access the decision table from the BRFplus simplified UI launcher.
Use the data binding DDIC elements with element type
<NP>FARR_BRF_UI_EVALUATION_DATE</> to maintain a time-dependent field in
BRFplus.
For more information, see the <ZK>Business Rule Framework plus User
Guide</> on the SAP Help Portal.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_BRF_UI008 - You maintain the date in the result column in this decision table. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_BRF_UI008 typically occurs in the context of the Business Rules Framework (BRF) when working with decision tables. This specific error indicates that there is an issue with the date format or the way dates are maintained in the result column of a decision table.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date entered in the result column may not conform to the expected format. SAP has specific date formats that need to be adhered to, and any deviation can trigger this error.
  Invalid Date Values: The date values may be outside the acceptable range or may not represent valid dates (e.g., February 30).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the decision table or the rules that govern it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as expected by SAP. Common formats include YYYY-MM-DD or DD.MM.YYYY, depending on your system settings.
  Validate Date Values: Make sure that all date values are valid and fall within the acceptable range. For example, ensure that leap years are accounted for and that no invalid dates are present.
  Review Decision Table Configuration: Go through the configuration of the decision table to ensure that all settings are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for BRF and decision tables to understand the expected formats and configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, test the decision table to ensure that the error is resolved and that the logic behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  BRF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Business Rules Framework to understand how decision tables work and the requirements for date fields.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.