How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS375 - Transformation paramater &1 is not of type data object or expression

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 375

• Message text: Transformation paramater &1 is not of type data object or expression

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS375 - Transformation paramater &1 is not of type data object or expression ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS375 indicates that there is an issue with a transformation parameter in your SAP Data Transformation (FDT) process. Specifically, the error states that the transformation parameter &1 is not of the expected type, which should be either a data object or an expression.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Parameter Type: The parameter being passed to the transformation is not of the expected type. For example, it might be a string or a number when the transformation expects a data object or an expression.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the transformation settings where the parameter is defined incorrectly.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the source field does not match the expected data type of the target field in the transformation.
  
  
  Expression Errors: If the parameter is supposed to be an expression, there may be syntax errors or logical errors in the expression itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Parameter Definition: Review the definition of the transformation parameter &1. Ensure that it is defined as a data object or an expression as required by the transformation.
  
  
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the source and target fields match. If there is a mismatch, you may need to convert the data type appropriately.
  
  
  Review Expressions: If the parameter is an expression, check for any syntax errors or logical issues in the expression. Make sure that it adheres to the expected format and logic.
  
  
  Test the Transformation: After making the necessary changes, test the transformation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected types or how to define them, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to FDT and transformations.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue is still unresolved, consider using debugging tools available in SAP to trace the execution of the transformation and identify where the type mismatch occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP FDT Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for FDT to understand the expected types for transformation parameters.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FDT_EXPRESSIONS375 error in your SAP environment.