How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS391 - The attribute 'exception on error' has to be of type Boolean

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 391

• Message text: The attribute 'exception on error' has to be of type Boolean

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS391 - The attribute 'exception on error' has to be of type Boolean ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS391 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of an attribute in a data transformation or expression within the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the attribute 'exception on error' must be of type Boolean, meaning it should only accept values that are either true or false.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The attribute 'exception on error' is assigned a value that is not Boolean (e.g., a string, integer, or any other data type).
  There is a misconfiguration in the data transformation or expression logic where the expected data type is not adhered to.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the area where the data transformation or expression is defined.
  Locate the attribute 'exception on error' and verify its configuration.
  
  
  
  Ensure Correct Data Type:
  
  Make sure that the value assigned to 'exception on error' is either true or false.
  If you are using a variable