How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS859 - An invalid mapping exists for data object &1 (timepoint type timestamp)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 859

• Message text: An invalid mapping exists for data object &1 (timepoint type timestamp)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS859 - An invalid mapping exists for data object &1 (timepoint type timestamp) ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS859 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of a data object, specifically related to a timestamp type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Flexible Data Import (FDI) or Flexible Data Transformation (FDT) tools, where data mappings are defined for data transformation processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Mapping: The mapping for the specified data object (indicated by &1) is not correctly defined. This could be due to incorrect data types or incompatible formats.
  Timestamp Format Issues: The timestamp being processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to a failure in mapping.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the data transformation process that affect how timestamps are handled.
  Data Object Definition: The data object itself may not be properly defined in the system, leading to issues when trying to map it.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you