How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS279 - Inconsistent entry types defined in cell (col &1, row &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Inconsistent entry types defined in cell (col &1, row &2)

What causes this issue?

The system has determined that the cell at column &v1&, row &v2&
contains more than one of the following different entry types
simultaneously:
Expression ID or Data Object ID
Direct Value
Implicit range
Although all of these entry types are valid for a decision table cell,
it is not allowed to have a mixture of different types in one cell.

System Response

The object cannot be activated.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that in one cell, only one type of entries is used.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS279 - Inconsistent entry types defined in cell (col &1, row &2) ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS279 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the entry types defined in a specific cell of a table or data structure. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP S/4HANA applications that utilize the FDT (Flexible Data Type) framework for managing data.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the data types defined for the entries in a specific cell (identified by column and row) do not match or are inconsistent. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Mismatched Data Types: The data type expected in the cell does not match the data type of the value being entered or processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the data model or the data entry fields may have been set up incorrectly, leading to type mismatches.
  Data Source Issues: If the data is being pulled from different sources, inconsistencies in the data types can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types defined for the specific column and row in the data model. Ensure that they are consistent and match the expected types.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings of the FDT or the application to ensure that the data types are correctly defined and aligned with the expected input.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being entered into the cell. Ensure that it conforms to the expected data type (e.g., numeric, string, date).
  
  
  Adjust Data Model: If necessary, adjust the data model to ensure that the entry types are consistent across the relevant cells.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the application with sample data that is known to be valid to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for any specific guidelines related to the FDT framework and data type handling.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori and FDT: Understanding the Flexible Data Type framework and how it manages data types can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Data Type Definitions: Familiarize yourself with the data type definitions used in your specific SAP environment.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the FDT_EXPRESSIONS279 error.