How To Fix SWB_TODO_CHECKS144 - Variable for "ItemCount" property is not character-type variable.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWB_TODO_CHECKS - Error Messages for Tool During Todo Checks

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Variable for "ItemCount" property is not character-type variable.

What causes this issue?

A program variable is being used whose type for properties is not
supported.

System Response

In Properties, only character-type, global program variables can be
used.

How to fix this error?

Create a character-type variable in the program or assign the required
value to this variable. Use this variable in the Property field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWB_TODO_CHECKS144 - Variable for "ItemCount" property is not character-type variable. ?

  The SAP error message SWB_TODO_CHECKS144 indicates that there is an issue with the variable type being used in a specific context, particularly related to the "ItemCount" property. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when working with workflow-related objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the "ItemCount" property is expected to be a character-type variable, but the variable being used is of a different type (e.g., numeric or integer). This mismatch in data types can lead to issues when the system tries to process or evaluate the variable.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the variable assigned to the "ItemCount" property is of the correct character type. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Variable Declaration: Review the declaration of the variable that is being assigned to "ItemCount". Ensure that it is declared as a character-type variable.
  
  
  Type Conversion: If the variable is of a different type (e.g., integer), you may need to convert it to a character type. In ABAP, you can use the CONCATENATE statement or the WRITE statement to convert numeric values to character strings.
  Example:
  DATA: lv_item_count TYPE i,
        lv_item_count_char TYPE string.
  
  lv_item_count = 10.
  lv_item_count_char = lv_item_count.
  
  
  Update Workflow Configuration: If the variable is part of a workflow configuration, ensure that the workflow definition is updated to reflect the correct variable type.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the workflow or the process that was causing the error to ensure that it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP Business Workflow for more details on variable types and workflow configuration.
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with ABAP data types, especially character types, to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and identify where the type mismatch occurs.
  
  By ensuring that the variable types are correctly defined and used, you can resolve the SWB_TODO_CHECKS144 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.