How To Fix SWF_EXP_001103 - Invalid data type '&2', length = &3, decimal places = &4 (pos. &1)

SWF_EXP_001103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_EXP_001 - Expression Service Messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Invalid data type '&2', length = &3, decimal places = &4 (pos. &1)

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_EXP_001103 - Invalid data type '&2', length = &3, decimal places = &4 (pos. &1) ?

  The SAP error message SWF_EXP_001103 indicates that there is an issue with the data type being used in a workflow or process. Specifically, the error message provides the following details:
  
  Invalid data type: This indicates that the data type specified is not recognized or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Length: This refers to the length of the data type that is causing the issue.
  Decimal places: This indicates the number of decimal places that are specified for the data type.
  Position: This indicates the position in the data structure where the error occurred.
  
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type being used in the workflow or process is not compatible with the expected data type.
  Data Structure Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the data structure defined in the workflow and the actual data being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the