How To Fix /SMB/SBA1309 - Type: &1 can not be assigned to type: &2

/SMB/SBA1309 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Type: &1 can not be assigned to type: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1309 - Type: &1 can not be assigned to type: &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1309 Type: &1 can not be assigned to type: &2 typically indicates a type mismatch in the context of data assignment or variable declaration. This error often arises in ABAP programming or when working with data structures in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Type Mismatch: The error occurs when there is an attempt to assign a value of one data type to a variable of a different, incompatible data type. For example, trying to assign a string to an integer variable.
  Incompatible Structures: If you are working with structures or tables, this error can occur if the fields being assigned do not match in terms of data type or length.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: When mapping fields from one structure to another, if the field types do not match, this error can be triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the variables involved in the assignment. Ensure that they are compatible. You can