How To Fix HRFORMS640 - &1 defined as fixed value of &2; type must be VAL_TEXT

HRFORMS640 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFORMS - Messages for HR Form Builder

• Message number: 640

• Message text: &1 defined as fixed value of &2; type must be VAL_TEXT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFORMS640 - &1 defined as fixed value of &2; type must be VAL_TEXT ?

  The SAP error message HRFORMS640 typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) forms, particularly when dealing with the configuration of infotypes or when customizing HR forms. The error indicates that a fixed value defined in the system is expected to be of a specific type (VAL_TEXT), but it is not.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch between the expected data type for a fixed value and the actual data type defined in the system. Specifically, the system expects a text value (VAL_TEXT), but the value provided does not conform to this requirement. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of infotypes or fields in the HR forms.
  Data type mismatches in the underlying database or data model.
  Changes in the data model that have not been reflected in the form configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRFORMS640 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the infotype or field that