How To Fix SWF_BND_001231 - Source (type '&1') not numerical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_BND_001 - Messages for workflow binding class

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Source (type '&1') not numerical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_BND_001231 - Source (type '&1') not numerical ?

  The SAP error message SWF_BND_001231 indicates that there is an issue with a binding in a workflow where the source type is expected to be numerical, but it is not. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with workflow bindings in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A variable or field that is expected to hold a numerical value is either empty, contains non-numerical characters, or is of a different data type (e.g., string, character).
  The workflow binding is incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being provided.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_BND_001231 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow definition and ensure that the binding is correctly set up. Verify that the source variable is indeed supposed to be numerical.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Types:
  
  Inspect the data types of the variables involved in the binding. Ensure that the source variable is defined as a numerical type (e.g., integer, decimal) in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Analysis) to analyze the workflow instance that triggered the error. This can help you identify the specific binding that is causing the issue.
  Check the values being passed to the workflow at runtime. You can use breakpoints or logging to capture the values.
  
  
  
  Data Initialization:
  
  Ensure that the source variable is properly initialized before it is used in the workflow. If it is derived from a previous step, make sure that step is executed correctly and returns a valid numerical value.
  
  
  
  Error Handling:
  
  Implement error handling in your workflow to manage cases where the expected numerical value is not available. This can prevent the workflow from failing and allow for alternative processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights or similar cases. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have known issues or patches that address such errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Analysis
  SWF_WORKFLOW: Workflow Management
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to workflow bindings and data types.
  
  
  SAP Community:
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions related to workflow errors and best practices.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SWF_BND_001231 error in your SAP workflow.