How To Fix ISSR_TP628 - Data object &1 could not be assigned to field symbol &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR_TP - Message Class for Statutory Reporting

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Data object &1 could not be assigned to field symbol &2

What causes this issue?

In &V3&, data object &V1& could not be assigned field symbol &V2&.

System Response

The selection of transferrable positions is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for &V4& and change these if necessary.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR_TP628 - Data object &1 could not be assigned to field symbol &2 ?

  The SAP error message ISSR_TP628, which states "Data object &1 could not be assigned to field symbol &2," typically occurs in ABAP programming when there is an issue with assigning a data object to a field symbol. This error can arise due to various reasons, including type mismatches, uninitialized field symbols, or incorrect data object references.
  Causes:
  
  Type Mismatch: The data object you are trying to assign to the field symbol does not match the expected type of the field symbol.
  Uninitialized Field Symbol: The field symbol may not have been properly initialized before the assignment.
  Invalid Data Reference: The data object may not exist or may not be accessible in the current context.
  Scope Issues: The data object might be out of scope or not defined in the current context where the assignment is attempted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data object you are trying to assign to the field symbol has the same type as the field symbol. You can use the DESCRIBE FIELD statement to check the types.
  
  
  Initialize Field Symbols: Make sure that the field symbol is initialized before you attempt to assign a value to it. You can do this using the ASSIGN statement:
  FIELD-SYMBOLS: <fs> TYPE any.
  ASSIGN <data_object> TO <fs>.
  IF sy-subrc <> 0.
      " Handle error
  ENDIF.
  
  
  Check Data Object Existence: Verify that the data object you are trying to assign exists and is accessible in the current context. If it is a dynamic reference, ensure that it is correctly defined.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the code and check the values and types of the data objects and field symbols at runtime. This can help identify where the mismatch or issue occurs.
  
  
  Use Correct Syntax: Ensure that the syntax used for the assignment is correct. For example, if you are using a structure, ensure that you are referencing the correct component.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Symbols: Field symbols in ABAP are placeholders that can point to any data object. They are defined using the FIELD-SYMBOLS statement.
  Dynamic Programming: If you are using dynamic programming techniques, ensure that the data types are compatible and that you are using the correct references.
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on field symbols and data types in ABAP.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the ISSR_TP628 error in your SAP ABAP program.