How To Fix FDT_CORE766 - Node ID &1 (&2) needs to be of type Object

FDT_CORE766 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Node ID &1 (&2) needs to be of type Object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE766 - Node ID &1 (&2) needs to be of type Object ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE766 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a node in a data model or structure within the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that a node identified by its ID needs to be of type "Object," but it is not.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Node Configuration: The node in question may have been incorrectly configured or defined in the data model. It might be set to a different type (e.g., a simple type or a different structure) instead of the required "Object" type.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or structure, it is possible that the node type was not updated accordingly.
  Integration Issues: If the node is part of an integration scenario, the data being passed may not conform to the expected structure, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Definition: Review the definition of the node with ID &1.