How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS742 - Aggregation column must be of type number, amount, quantity, or timepoint

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 742

• Message text: Aggregation column must be of type number, amount, quantity, or timepoint

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS742 - Aggregation column must be of type number, amount, quantity, or timepoint ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS742 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of an aggregation column in a formula or expression within the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the aggregation column must be of type number, amount, quantity, or timepoint, but the column being used does not meet these criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The column you are trying to aggregate is not of a numeric type. It could be a string, text, or another non-numeric type.
  Data Model Configuration: The data model or the underlying data source may not be configured correctly, leading to the use of inappropriate data types for aggregation.
  Expression Logic: The logic in the expression or formula may be incorrectly referencing a column that is not suitable for aggregation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the columns involved in the aggregation. Ensure that the column you are trying to aggregate is of type number, amount, quantity, or timepoint.
  
  You can do this by checking the data dictionary or the metadata of the data source.
  
  
  
  Modify the Expression: If the column is not of the correct type, you may need to modify the expression to use a different column that is of the appropriate type.
  
  For example, if you are trying to sum a column that contains text values, you should replace it with a numeric column.
  
  
  
  Data Source Configuration: If the data source is incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the data model or the source query to ensure that the correct data types are being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure expressions and aggregations.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the expression again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori Apps: If you are using SAP Fiori apps, ensure that the underlying CDS views or OData services are correctly defined with the appropriate data types.
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.