How To Fix FDT_HANA176 - &2: Data object &1 must not be of type amount or quantity.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_HANA - BRFplus: HANA Integration

• Message number: 176

• Message text: &2: Data object &1 must not be of type amount or quantity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_HANA176 - &2: Data object &1 must not be of type amount or quantity. ?

  The SAP error message FDT_HANA176 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a data object in a financial transaction or report. Specifically, the error states that the data object (denoted as &1) must not be of type amount or quantity, which suggests that the system is expecting a different data type for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The data object being used in the context of the operation is defined as an amount or quantity, but the operation requires a different type (e.g., string, integer, etc.).
  Mapping Issues: There may be a mapping issue in the data model where the data object is incorrectly defined or mapped to a field that expects a different type.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not align with the expected data types for the specific transaction or report.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Object Definition: Review the definition of the data object &1 in the relevant data model or configuration. Ensure that it is defined with the correct data type that is compatible with the operation being performed.
  Adjust Data Mapping: If the data object is being mapped from another source, ensure that the mapping is correct and that the data types align with the expected types for the target fields.
  Modify Configuration: If the error arises from a configuration setting, you may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that the data types are correctly defined and compatible with the operations being performed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on data types and their usage in the context of the operation you are performing.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on data types and their usage.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to data modeling and configuration in SAP, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator), to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.