How To Fix /IWXBE/CORE032 - Parameter type '&1' cannot be used; select a data element (char or numc)

/IWXBE/CORE032 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWXBE/CORE -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Parameter type '&1' cannot be used; select a data element (char or numc)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWXBE/CORE032 - Parameter type '&1' cannot be used; select a data element (char or numc) ?

  The SAP error message /IWXBE/CORE032 indicates that there is an issue with the parameter type being used in a certain context, specifically that the parameter type is not valid. The message states that the parameter type &1 cannot be used and suggests selecting a data element that is either of type CHAR (character) or NUMC (numeric character).
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The parameter type defined in the program or function module is not compatible with the expected data types. For example, using a data type like INT or FLOAT instead of CHAR or NUMC.
  Data Element Definition: The data element associated with the parameter may not be defined correctly or may not be of the required type.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the related function module or BAPI where the parameter types are not set correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
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