How To Fix FDT_CORE389 - Text &1 is not convertible into a boolean.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CORE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Core

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Text &1 is not convertible into a boolean.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE389 - Text &1 is not convertible into a boolean. ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE389 indicates that there is an issue with converting a text value into a boolean value. This typically occurs in scenarios where a field or variable is expected to hold a boolean value (true/false) but is instead receiving a string or text that cannot be interpreted as a boolean.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The most common cause is that the input value is not in a format that can be converted to a boolean. For example, if the expected values are "true" or "false" and the input is something like "yes" or "no", the conversion will fail.
  Data Mapping Issues: If there is a mapping from one data type to another (e.g., from a string to a boolean) and the mapping is not correctly defined, this error can occur.
  User Input Error: If the value is being entered by a user, they may have entered an invalid value that does not correspond to a boolean.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the values being passed to the boolean field are strictly "true" or "false". If the input is coming from user input or another system, validate it before processing.
  Data Mapping: Review the data mapping logic to ensure that it correctly converts string values to boolean. If necessary, implement a conversion function that can handle various input formats.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to catch this specific error and provide a user-friendly message or fallback logic.
  Debugging: If you have access to the code or configuration, add logging or debugging statements to identify what value is causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for more details on data types and conversion functions.
  Community Forums: SAP Community or other forums may have discussions related to this error, which can provide insights or similar cases.
  Testing: Create test cases with various inputs to ensure that the system behaves as expected and handles invalid inputs gracefully.
  
  By addressing the input values and ensuring proper data handling, you should be able to resolve the FDT_CORE389 error.