How To Fix SD_EXPRESSION046 - Result data type cannot be calculated for function &1

SD_EXPRESSION046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_EXPRESSION - Messages processing AST expressions

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Result data type cannot be calculated for function &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_EXPRESSION046 - Result data type cannot be calculated for function &1 ?

  The SAP error message SD_EXPRESSION046 indicates that there is an issue with the result data type of a function in a pricing procedure or condition type in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to determine the appropriate data type for a calculation or expression used in pricing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Function Usage: The function specified in the error message (&1) may not be defined correctly or may not be suitable for the context in which it is being used.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the input parameters for the function may not match the expected types, leading to an inability to calculate the result.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing configuration settings in the pricing procedure or condition type that prevent the system from determining the result data type.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the pricing logic,