How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS523 - Type &1 is not supported in a function call

FDT_EXPRESSIONS523 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Type &1 is not supported in a function call

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FDT_EXPRESSIONS523 - Details

• The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS523 indicates that there is an issue with the type of data being used in a function call within the context of SAP's Flexible Data Types (FDT) framework. Specifically, the error message states that the type &1 is not supported in the function call being executed.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Unsupported Data Type: The error typically arises when a function is called with a data type that is not compatible with the expected input types for that function. This could happen if:
  
  The data type being passed is custom or not recognized by the function.
  The function is designed to work with specific data types only (e.g., numeric, string, date) and the provided type does not match.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Function Usage: The function may be used incorrectly, either by passing the wrong parameters or by using it in an inappropriate context.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the FDT or the specific