How To Fix RSDHA215 - Numeric field '&1' cannot be concatenated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Numeric field '&1' cannot be concatenated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA215 - Numeric field '&1' cannot be concatenated ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA215, which states "Numeric field '&1' cannot be concatenated," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to concatenate a numeric field with a string or another numeric field in a way that is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that you are attempting to concatenate a numeric field with a string or another numeric field. In SAP BW, numeric fields are not directly concatenable with strings.
  Incorrect Query Design: This error can also arise from incorrect query design in a BW query or when defining calculated key figures or restricted key figures.
  Transformation Issues: If you are working with transformations, the error may occur if the transformation logic attempts to concatenate fields of incompatible data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the fields you are trying to concatenate are of compatible data types. If you need to concatenate a numeric field with a string, you may need to convert the numeric field to a string first.
  
  You can use the CONCATENATE function in ABAP or the appropriate function in your query designer to convert numeric fields to strings.
  
  
  
  Modify Query or Transformation Logic: Review the query or transformation logic where the error occurs. If you are using calculated key figures, ensure that you are not trying to concatenate numeric fields directly.
  
  If necessary, create a new calculated field that converts the numeric value to a string before concatenation.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Functions: If you are using ABAP code, consider using functions like CONCATENATE or CONCAT with proper type casting to ensure that the data types are compatible.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the query or transformation to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for guidelines on data types and concatenation rules.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the data type mismatch and ensuring that the fields are compatible for concatenation, you should be able to resolve the RSDHA215 error.