How To Fix UA_FORMULA026 - Formula &1 returns an incorrect type

UA_FORMULA026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UA_FORMULA - Formula Editor Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Formula &1 returns an incorrect type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UA_FORMULA026 - Formula &1 returns an incorrect type ?

  The SAP error message UA_FORMULA026 indicates that a formula in a SAP system is returning an incorrect data type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Allocations (UA) or similar functionalities where formulas are used to calculate values based on certain conditions or inputs.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula is expected to return a specific data type (e.g., numeric, string, date), but it is returning a different type. For example, if a formula is expected to return a numeric value but returns a string instead, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Formula Logic: The logic within the formula may be flawed, leading to an unexpected output type.
  Variable Type Issues: If the variables used in the formula are not defined correctly or are of the wrong type, this can lead to the error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the allocation or