How To Fix SOS_MAPPING822 - Attribute &: Reference type is wrong

SOS_MAPPING822 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOS_MAPPING - Object Services: Persistence Mapping for Messages

• Message number: 822

• Message text: Attribute &: Reference type is wrong

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOS_MAPPING822 - Attribute &: Reference type is wrong ?

  The SAP error message SOS_MAPPING822, which states "Attribute &: Reference type is wrong," typically occurs in the context of data mapping or transformation processes, particularly when working with SAP's data services or similar tools. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected data type of an attribute and the actual data type being provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The attribute in question is expected to be of a certain reference type (e.g., string, integer, date), but the data being passed does not match this expected type.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping configuration may be incorrectly set up, leading to the wrong data type being assigned to the attribute.
  Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., changes in the database schema or data structure), the mappings may not have been updated accordingly.
  Data Source Issues: The source data may contain unexpected values or formats that do not conform