How To Fix SWF_RLS_001120 - Operator '&1' cannot compare one-line and multiline values

SWF_RLS_001120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RLS_001 - Condition Evaluation and Rule Evaluation

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Operator '&1' cannot compare one-line and multiline values

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SWF_RLS_001120 - Details

• The SAP error message SWF_RLS_001120, which states "Operator '&1' cannot compare one-line and multiline values," typically occurs in the context of workflow rules or conditions where there is an attempt to compare values of different types—specifically, a single-line value with a multi-line value.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a comparison operation is attempted between a single-line string (a value that is expected to be on one line) and a multi-line string (a value that can contain line breaks). The comparison operators (like =, <>, <, >, etc.) cannot handle this mismatch in data types, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Types: Review the variables or fields involved in the comparison. Ensure that both values being compared are of the same type (either both should be single-line or both should be multi-line).
  
  
  Convert Values: If you need to compare a single-line value with a multi-line