How To Fix RSPLFOX171 - Type &2 of parameter &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLFOX - FOX messages: Parsing and runtime

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Type &2 of parameter &1 is invalid

What causes this issue?

Type &V1& of parameters &V2& is not permitted. Only the types F, I, D,
STRING and data elements are allowed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the interface of the function module.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLFOX171 - Type &2 of parameter &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSPLFOX171 indicates that there is an issue with a parameter in a Fox formula used in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, the error message states that the type of a parameter is invalid. This typically occurs when the formula is expecting a certain data type for a parameter, but the provided parameter does not match that expected type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The parameter being passed to the Fox formula does not match the expected data type. For example, if the formula expects a numeric value but receives a string, this error can occur.
  Parameter Configuration: The parameter may not be correctly configured in the context of the Fox formula, leading to type mismatches.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the underlying InfoObjects, it may lead to inconsistencies in the expected parameter types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Types: Review the Fox formula and verify