How To Fix GEF_CUST_MSG032 - Geometry field &1 could not be saved.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GEF_CUST_MSG - Message class for GEF customizing

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Geometry field &1 could not be saved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GEF_CUST_MSG032 - Geometry field &1 could not be saved. ?

  The SAP error message GEF_CUST_MSG032, which states "Geometry field &1 could not be saved," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Geographical Information System (GIS) or when dealing with spatial data in SAP applications. This error indicates that there was an issue saving a geometry field, which is often related to spatial data types.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Geometry Data: The geometry data being saved may be invalid or not conforming to the expected format. This can include issues like self-intersecting polygons or geometries that do not meet the spatial database requirements.
  
  
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints in the underlying database that prevent the geometry from being saved. This could include issues like exceeding size limits or violating unique constraints.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the geometry field may not match the expected type in the database schema.
  
  
  Missing Spatial Index: If the spatial index is not properly set up or is missing,