How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS720 - Unsupported value provided; use predefined BRFplus types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Unsupported value provided; use predefined BRFplus types

What causes this issue?

Program error. A value was provided with a type that is not supported.

System Response

The value cannot be set.

How to fix this error?

The source code needs to be changed.
For value definitions, use one of the following types:
IF_FDT_TYPES=>ELEMENT_BOOLEAN
IF_FDT_TYPES=>ELEMENT_NUMBER
IF_FDT_TYPES=>ELEMENT_TEXT
IF_FDT_TYPES=>ELEMENT_AMOUNT
IF_FDT_TYPES=>ELEMENT_QUANTITY
IF_FDT_TYPES=>ELEMENT_TIMEPOINT

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS720 - Unsupported value provided; use predefined BRFplus types ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS720 indicates that an unsupported value has been provided in a BRFplus (Business Rule Framework plus) expression. This typically occurs when the data type or value being used in a BRFplus expression does not match the predefined types that BRFplus expects.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Data Type: The value being used in the expression may not be of a type that BRFplus recognizes. BRFplus has predefined data types, and using custom or unsupported types can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Value Format: The value provided may not conform to the expected format for the predefined types. For example, if a numeric value is expected but a string is provided, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BRFplus application where the expressions are defined, leading to the use of unsupported values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types defined in your BRFplus application. Ensure that the values you are using in your expressions match the predefined BRFplus types. You can find the list of supported types in the BRFplus documentation.
  Use Predefined Types: Modify your expressions to use the predefined BRFplus types. This may involve changing the data type of the input values or using conversion functions to ensure compatibility.
  Validate Input Values: Ensure that the values being passed to the BRFplus expressions are valid and conform to the expected formats. This may involve adding validation checks in your application logic before invoking the BRFplus rules.
  Review Expression Logic: If you are using complex expressions, review the logic to ensure that all components are compatible with BRFplus requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRFplus to understand the supported data types and how to properly configure expressions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: SAP provides comprehensive documentation on BRFplus, including details on data types, expressions, and configuration. This can be found on the SAP Help Portal.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to BRFplus and the error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS720.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your BRFplus expressions are correctly configured.