How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS045 - Invalid range sign &1

FDT_EXPRESSIONS045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Invalid range sign &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS045 - Invalid range sign &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS045 with the description "Invalid range sign &1" typically occurs in the context of using expressions or conditions in SAP applications, particularly when working with the Flexible Data Import (FDI) or similar functionalities that involve data processing and validation.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when there is an invalid range sign in the expression or condition you are trying to use. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Syntax: The range sign (like .. for ranges) is not used correctly in the expression.
  Invalid Characters: There may be invalid characters or symbols in the range definition.
  Data Type Mismatch: The range sign is being used with incompatible data types (e.g., trying to use a range with text when it should be numeric).
  Missing Values: One of the values in the range might be missing or improperly formatted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Syntax: Review the expression or condition where