How To Fix TWBA063 - Specify a valid type

TWBA063 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TWBA - Test case attribute messages

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Specify a valid type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TWBA063 - Specify a valid type ?

  The SAP error message TWBA063 ("Specify a valid type") typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the data type specified in a query or data model. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying InfoObjects, queries, or data sources.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The specified data type for a field or InfoObject is not recognized or is not valid within the context of the operation being performed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the data model or query settings that lead to the system not recognizing the specified type.
  Incompatibility: The data type specified may not be compatible with the underlying database or data source.
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The metadata for the InfoObject or data source may be incomplete or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Type Definitions: Review the data type definitions for the InfoObject or field in