How To Fix RODPS083 - Field &1 is defined differently

RODPS083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RODPS - Operation Data Provider

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Field &1 is defined differently

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RODPS083 - Field &1 is defined differently ?

  The SAP error message RODPS083, which states "Field &1 is defined differently," typically occurs in the context of data transfer or data extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP Data Services or SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the definition of a field between the source and target systems or between different data models.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition Mismatch: The field in question (&1) has different data types, lengths, or attributes in the source and target systems. For example, a field might be defined as a character type in one system and as a numeric type in another.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the field may not be synchronized between the source and target systems, leading to discrepancies in how the field is interpreted.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., changes in the structure of tables or views), this