How To Fix TPDA_SCRIPT039 - Only elementary data types may be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPDA_SCRIPT - TPDA: Script

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Only elementary data types may be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPDA_SCRIPT039 - Only elementary data types may be used ?

  The SAP error message TPDA_SCRIPT039 indicates that there is an issue with the data types being used in a script or program. Specifically, it states that only elementary data types are allowed in the context where the error occurred. This typically happens in ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) when you are trying to use a non-elementary data type (like structures, internal tables, or references) in a place where only simple data types (like integers, strings, or booleans) are expected.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Type Usage: You might be trying to use a complex data type (like a structure or an internal table) in a context that only accepts elementary types.
  Function Module or Method Parameters: If you are passing parameters to a function module or method that expects elementary types, but you are passing a complex type instead.
  Field Assignments: Assignments in your code might be trying to assign a complex type to a variable that is defined as an elementary type.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the variables you are using in the script. Ensure that you are only using elementary data types where required.
  
  
  Modify the Code: If you are using a complex data type, consider breaking it down into its elementary components. For example, if you have a structure, you can access its individual fields and use those instead.
  
  
  Function Module/Method Parameters: If the error occurs when calling a function module or method, check the parameter definitions. Ensure that you are passing the correct types as expected by the function or method.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to step through your code and identify where the error is being triggered. This can help you pinpoint the exact line or operation causing the issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific function or method you are using to understand the expected data types.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Elementary Data Types: In ABAP, elementary data types include types like I (integer), F (floating point), C (character), D (date), T (time), and X (hexadecimal).
  Complex Data Types: These include structures (STRUCTURE), internal tables, and references to objects.
  ABAP Data Dictionary: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP Data Dictionary to understand how data types are defined and used in SAP.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to resolve the TPDA_SCRIPT039 error effectively.