How To Fix SWF_RLS_001170 - The right operand of operator '&1' must not be a table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_RLS_001 - Condition Evaluation and Rule Evaluation

• Message number: 170

• Message text: The right operand of operator '&1' must not be a table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_RLS_001170 - The right operand of operator '&1' must not be a table ?

  The SAP error message SWF_RLS_001170 indicates that there is an issue with the use of an operator in a workflow or a related ABAP program where the right operand is expected to be a single value but is instead a table. This typically occurs in the context of workflow conditions or expressions where the syntax or logic is not correctly defined.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An operator (like =, <>, >, <, etc.) is being used in a condition where the right operand is a table (internal table) instead of a single value.
  The workflow or ABAP code is trying to compare a single value with a table, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the right operand of the operator is a single value rather than a table. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and fix the issue:
  
  
  Check the Workflow Condition: 
  
  Review the workflow condition where the error occurs. Ensure that the right operand is not a table. If it is, you may need to change the logic to reference a specific element of the table (e.g., using an index).
  
  
  
  Modify the ABAP Code:
  
  If the error is in custom ABAP code, locate the line of code that is causing the issue. Ensure that you are using a single value from the table instead of the entire table.
  For example, if you have a table lt_table, and you want to compare a field field_value with a value from the table, you should use something like lt_table[1]-field_value instead of lt_table.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Functions:
  
  If you need to check if a value exists in a table, consider using functions like READ TABLE or LOOP AT to find the specific value you are interested in.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the workflow or program to ensure that the error is resolved and that the logic behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the workflow or ABAP code to identify where the table is being incorrectly used.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on workflow conditions and ABAP syntax.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the SWF_RLS_001170 error in your SAP environment.