How To Fix FDT_HANA196 - &1: Result data object &2 needs to be calculated by an expression

FDT_HANA196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_HANA - BRFplus: HANA Integration

• Message number: 196

• Message text: &1: Result data object &2 needs to be calculated by an expression

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_HANA196 - &1: Result data object &2 needs to be calculated by an expression ?

  The SAP error message FDT_HANA196 typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA when working with calculation views or data flows. This error indicates that a result data object (like a column or a measure) needs to be calculated using an expression, but it has not been defined properly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Expression: The result data object is expected to have a calculation or expression defined, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the result object may not match the expected type for the operation being performed.
  Improper Configuration: The configuration of the calculation view or data flow may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to compute the result.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Expression: Ensure that the result data object has a valid expression defined. This can be done by:
  
  Opening the calculation view or data flow in the SAP HANA Studio or Web IDE.
  Navigating to the result