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How To Fix SWF_EXP_001256 - Multiple unspecified index access '[][]...' not supported


SWF_EXP_001256 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SWF_EXP_001 - Expression Service Messages

  • Message number: 256

  • Message text: Multiple unspecified index access '[][]...' not supported

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have used multiple empty index entries one after the other. An
    empty index expression corresponds to the projection of a column of an
    internal table. The projection to a column cannot be repeated, that is,
    when there are multiple index expressions, only every second one may be
    empty.

    System Response

    This expression is not correct.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter an index expression for one of the bracket pairs.

    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.


SWF_EXP_001256 - Details

  • The SAP error message SWF_EXP_001256 indicates that there is an issue with accessing multiple unspecified indexes in a workflow or process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with complex data structures, such as tables or internal tables, where the system is unable to determine how to handle multiple index accesses.
    
    Cause: Complex Data Structures: The error often arises when the workflow attempts to access elements of a nested table or structure without properly specifying the indexes. Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow may be incorrectly configured, leading to ambiguous references to data elements. Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the expected data types, causing the system to fail in resolving the index access. Programming Errors: If custom code is involved, there may be programming errors that lead to this issue.
    Solution: Review Workflow Configuration: Check the workflow configuration to ensure that all data accesses are correctly defined. Make

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