How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS668 - Mapped source &1 might not be convertible to target &2


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 668

  • Message text: Mapped source &1 might not be convertible to target &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    The source data object &v1& may not be convertible to the mapped target
    data object &v2&. This depends on the value that is assigned at
    run-time.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    If you are sure that the values used at run-time will always be
    convertible, you do not have to react at all. If not you might want to
    change the type of one of the data objects or use a different data
    object in order to ensure convertibility during run-time.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS668 - Mapped source &1 might not be convertible to target &2 ?
    The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS668 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of data types between a source and a target in a data transformation or mapping scenario. Specifically, it suggests that the mapped source field (source &1) cannot be converted to the target field (target &2) due to incompatible data types or formats.
    
    Cause: Data Type Mismatch: The source field may have a data type that is not compatible with the target field. For example, trying to map a string to a numeric field without proper conversion. Length Issues: The length of the source data may exceed the maximum length allowed for the target field. Format Issues: The format of the data in the source field may not match the expected format of the target field (e.g., date formats). Null Values: If the source field contains null values and the target field does not allow nulls, this can also trigger the error.
    Solution: Check

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