How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS511 - &1 not possible with "&2"

FDT_EXPRESSIONS511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 511

• Message text: &1 not possible with "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS511 - &1 not possible with "&2" ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS511 typically indicates that there is an issue with the expression or formula you are trying to use in the context of SAP's Flexible Data Import (FDI) or similar functionalities. The message format usually looks like this:
  FDT_EXPRESSIONS511: &1 not possible with "&2"
  Cause
  The error message suggests that the operation or function represented by &1 cannot be performed with the specified context or data type represented by &2. This could be due to several reasons, such as:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The expression you are trying to use is not compatible with the data type of the field or variable you are working with.
  Invalid Function Usage: The function or operation you are trying to apply is not valid for the given context or data type.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the FDT or related modules that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Logical Errors: There might