How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS325 - Table &1: Field type must be Text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Table &1: Field type must be Text

What causes this issue?

For the current email action, you have defined that the mail recipients
shall be read from table &v1&. However, the line type of this table
contains a field that does not refer to an element data object of type
text. This is not permitted.

System Response

The email action cannot be activated.

How to fix this error?

Make sure the assigned table is defined according to the requirements of
BRFplus. You can choose between the following options:
Replace table &v1& by a table where the line type contains only one text
field from which the email addresses are read by the system.
Use a table where the line type is defined by a structure data object.
This structure must be defined according to one of the following
alternatives:
The structure contains only one text field.
The structure refers to a second structure that contains only one text
field.

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_EXPRESSIONS325 - Table &1: Field type must be Text ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS325 indicates that there is an issue with the field type in a specific table, where the system expects a field type of "Text" but has encountered a different type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Field Data Tool (FDT) or when working with expressions in the context of data processing or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Type: The field in the specified table (&1) is not defined as a Text type, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Model Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data model and the actual data model being used in your expressions or calculations.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the data elements or structures may not align with the requirements of the expressions being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify the definition of the field in the specified table. Ensure that the field type is set to "Text". You can do this by navigating to the Data Dictionary (SE11) and checking the field properties.
  Modify Data Type: If the field is not of type Text and it is appropriate to change it, modify the field type to Text. Be cautious with this step, as it may have implications for existing data and functionality.
  Review Expressions: If you are using expressions in your reports or calculations, review them to ensure that they are correctly referencing fields of the appropriate type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific context in which you are encountering this error.
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate and modify the relevant objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP data management and configuration.