How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS872 - Incorrect use of boolean operator '&1' after '&2'

FDT_EXPRESSIONS872 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 872

• Message text: Incorrect use of boolean operator '&1' after '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS872 - Incorrect use of boolean operator '&1' after '&2' ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS872 indicates that there is an incorrect use of a boolean operator in an expression within the SAP system, specifically in the context of the Flexible Data Import (FDI) or Flexible Data Transfer (FDT) framework. This error typically arises when the syntax of a boolean expression is not correctly formed, leading to confusion in the logical evaluation.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that there is a misuse of a boolean operator (like AND, OR, etc.) in the expression. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message usually represent the specific operators or elements involved in the incorrect expression. Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect placement of operators.
  Using incompatible data types in the expression.
  Missing parentheses that lead to ambiguity in the expression evaluation.
  Logical errors in the expression structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Expression: Check the expression where the error occurred. Look for the specific boolean operators