How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS181 - Result data object has a nested table, which is not supported

FDT_EXPRESSIONS181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Result data object has a nested table, which is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS181 - Result data object has a nested table, which is not supported ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS181 indicates that there is an issue with a result data object that contains a nested table, which is not supported in the context where you are trying to use it. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Form Data Technology (FDT) or when working with expressions in SAP applications.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the data structure you are trying to use includes a nested table (a table within a table), which is not allowed in the specific context of the operation you are performing. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When defining data objects in a form or report.
  When trying to process or manipulate data that includes nested tables.
  When using expressions that expect a flat structure but encounter a nested one.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Flatten the Data Structure: If possible, modify the data structure