How To Fix /SMB/SBA1159 - Value has wrong data type. Variant ID:&, Parameter name:&, filename:&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Value has wrong data type. Variant ID:&, Parameter name:&, filename:&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1159 - Value has wrong data type. Variant ID:&, Parameter name:&, filename:& ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1159 Value has wrong data type. Variant ID:&, Parameter name:&, filename:& typically indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected data type of a parameter and the actual data type being provided in a specific context, such as when working with variants in SAP Business Application Studio or related applications.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error usually arises when a parameter is expected to be of a certain data type (e.g., integer, string, date) but receives a value of a different type.
  Incorrect Variant Configuration: If you are using a variant for a report or a transaction, the parameters defined in the variant may not match the expected types in the program.
  File Format Issues: If the error is related to a filename, it could be due to the file not being in the expected format or containing unexpected data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Types: Review the parameters being passed to ensure they match the expected data types. You can do this by checking the documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Review Variant Settings: If you are using a variant, go to the variant settings and verify that all parameters are correctly defined and that their data types match what the program expects.
  Validate Input Data: If the error is related to a file, ensure that the data in the file is formatted correctly and that it adheres to the expected data types.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints and inspect the values being passed to identify where the mismatch occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report to understand the expected data types for each parameter.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to analyze the program or report that is generating the error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.