How To Fix RSFBP102 - Data type of field &1 does not match target (expected &2, actual &3)

RSFBP102 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Data type of field &1 does not match target (expected &2, actual &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP102 - Data type of field &1 does not match target (expected &2, actual &3) ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP102 indicates a data type mismatch between a field in your data source and the expected data type in the target. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction, transformation, or loading processes, such as when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or during data transfer processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the data type of a field (denoted as &1) does not match the expected data type (denoted as &2) in the target system. The actual data type being processed is shown as &3. This mismatch can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Schema Changes: Changes in the source or target data model that have not been reflected in the other system.
  Data Type Definitions: Incorrect or inconsistent data type definitions between the source and target systems.
  Data Transformation Logic: Errors in the transformation logic that lead to incorrect data types being passed.
  Data Source Configuration: Misconfiguration of the data