How To Fix FDT_TRACE_INFO198 - Constant evaluated to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_TRACE_INFO - Messages to enrich traces with additional info

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Constant evaluated to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_TRACE_INFO198 - Constant evaluated to &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_TRACE_INFO198 with the description "Constant evaluated to &1" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Field Data Tool (FDT) or when working with field-based data processing. This message indicates that a constant value was evaluated during the execution of a function or process, and the value is being reported as &1.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Constant Definition: The constant that is being evaluated may not be defined correctly or may not exist in the context where it is being used.
  Data Type Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the expected data type of the constant and the actual data type being used.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the FDT or the specific data model being used, leading to unexpected evaluations.
  Runtime Errors: The error could also arise from runtime issues where the system is unable to evaluate the constant due to missing dependencies or incorrect logic