How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS082 - Formula function &1 expects table with column of type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Formula function &1 expects table with column of type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS082 - Formula function &1 expects table with column of type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS082 indicates that there is an issue with a formula function in the context of SAP's Flexible Data Import (FDI) or similar data processing scenarios. The error message states that a specific formula function is expecting a table with a column of a certain type, but the provided input does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula function is expecting a specific data type (e.g., integer, string, date) for a column in the input table, but the actual data type of the column does not match the expected type.
  Incorrect Table Structure: The structure of the input table may not conform to what the formula function requires, such as missing columns or incorrect column names.
  Formula Logic Error: There may be a logical error in the formula itself, where it is incorrectly defined or applied to the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Formula Definition:
  
  Review the formula that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that it matches the expected input structure.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Data Types:
  
  Check the data types of the columns in the input table. Make sure that the column types match what the formula function expects. You can do this by examining the data dictionary or the metadata of the table.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Input Table:
  
  If the input table does not have the required column or has the wrong data type, you may need to modify the table structure. This could involve changing the data type of a column or adding/removing columns as necessary.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Create a small sample dataset that meets the expected criteria and test the formula with this data. This can help isolate the issue and confirm that the formula works as intended.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific formula function you are using. This documentation often provides details on the expected input types and structures.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can step through the formula execution to identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Familiarize yourself with SAP's Flexible Data Import and formula functions through training materials or official documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.