How To Fix RSODSO_IMOACT005 - Invalid field type. Field name: &1 type: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODSO_IMOACT - Data-specific messages for DataStore activation

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Invalid field type. Field name: &1 type: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODSO_IMOACT005 - Invalid field type. Field name: &1 type: &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSODSO_IMOACT005 indicates that there is an issue with the field type in a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoProvider. The message typically means that the system has encountered a field that is not recognized or is of an invalid type for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type defined in the DSO does not match the expected type for the operation. For example, if a field is defined as a character type but is being treated as a numeric type, this error can occur.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (like adding or modifying fields) and the data load or transformation logic has not been updated accordingly, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source feeding into the DSO may have changed, leading to a mismatch in expected field types.
  Transport Issues: If the DSO was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the field definitions between the source and target systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the field definitions in the DSO and ensure that they match the expected types in the data source or transformation logic.
  Update Transformation Logic: If there are transformations involved, ensure that they are correctly handling the data types. Adjust the transformation rules if necessary.
  Data Source Validation: Verify that the data source is providing data in the expected format and types. If there are discrepancies, correct them at the source.
  Recreate the DSO: In some cases, if the DSO is corrupted or has inconsistent definitions, it may be necessary to recreate the DSO and reconfigure it.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the DSO was recently transported, ensure that all related objects (like InfoObjects) were also transported correctly and are in sync.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the DSO and its structure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with the specific version of SAP you are using.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the data load process to identify where the type mismatch is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSODSO_IMOACT005 error in your SAP environment.