How To Fix FDT_WD_EXPRESSION083 - Data object or expression result must be an element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_WD_EXPRESSION -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Data object or expression result must be an element

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION083 - Data object or expression result must be an element ?

  The SAP error message FDT_WD_EXPRESSION083 indicates that there is an issue with a data object or expression in your SAP application, specifically that it must be an element. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP UI5 applications, where expressions are used to bind data to UI elements.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Binding: The expression or data object you are trying to bind is not returning a valid element. This can happen if the data structure is not as expected or if you are trying to access a property that does not exist.
  Data Type Mismatch: The expression might be returning a data type that is not compatible with the expected element type. For example, trying to bind a complex object instead of a simple value.
  Null or Undefined Values: If the data object or expression evaluates to null or undefined, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Path in Binding: The path specified in the binding might be incorrect, leading to an inability to resolve the data object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Binding:
  
  Verify that the data binding path is correct and points to a valid element in your model.
  Ensure that the data structure you are working with matches the expected structure in your UI component.
  
  
  
  Inspect the Expression:
  
  Review the expression used in the binding to ensure it is correctly formulated and returns the expected type.
  If you are using complex expressions, simplify them to isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use debugging tools available in SAP Web IDE or your development environment to inspect the values being returned by the data object or expression.
  Check for any console errors that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Handle Null Values:
  
  Implement checks in your code to handle cases where the data object might be null or undefined before attempting to bind it to UI elements.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for the specific UI5 controls you are using to ensure you are following the correct binding syntax and data types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori and UI5 Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Fiori and UI5 to understand data binding concepts and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Debugging Tools: Familiarize yourself with the debugging tools available in your development environment to effectively troubleshoot binding issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.