How To Fix /MVA/MESSAGES101 - Attribute &1 of table &2 contains invalid data type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/MESSAGES -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Attribute &1 of table &2 contains invalid data type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/MESSAGES101 - Attribute &1 of table &2 contains invalid data type. ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/MESSAGES101 Attribute &1 of table &2 contains invalid data type typically indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected data type of an attribute in a specific table and the actual data type being used. This error often arises in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when working with data models in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The attribute defined in the data model has a specific data type (e.g., integer, string, date), but the data being provided does not conform to this type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the data model or the mapping of attributes may be incorrect, leading to the use of an invalid data type.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, the data format may not match the expected format in SAP.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly handling the data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data model and ensure that the data types defined for the attributes match the data being provided. This includes checking the length and format of the data.
  Validate Input Data: If the error occurs during data import, validate the input data to ensure it conforms to the expected data types.
  Adjust Configuration: If there are configuration settings related to the data model, ensure they are correctly set up to match the expected data types.
  Debug Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, debug it to ensure that it is correctly handling the data types and not causing the mismatch.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Data Model Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific data model you are working with to understand the expected data types for each attribute.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the tables and attributes involved.
  Testing: Create test cases with valid data to ensure that the system behaves as expected when the correct data types are used.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.