How To Fix UGX2213 - Element &1 and field &2 have different data types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGX2 - Messages for XBRL Reporting

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Element &1 and field &2 have different data types

What causes this issue?

Due to the data type of element &V1&, a textual representation is
derived from the assigned selection conditions. ABAP data type &V3& of
the element derived by the system is different than ABAP data type &V4&
of field &V2& that was selected as the text source.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the selection of the field that was chosen as the text source.
Adjust this as required. You can use the <LS>Documentation</> function
to display the XBRL data type for the element.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGX2213 - Element &1 and field &2 have different data types ?

  The SAP error message UGX2213 indicates that there is a mismatch in data types between an element and a field in your SAP system. This typically occurs during data processing or when trying to map fields in a data structure, such as in a report, interface, or data transfer process.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An element (e.g., a field in a structure or table) is defined with a different data type than the field it is being compared to or assigned to.
  For example, if one field is defined as a character type (CHAR) and the other as a numeric type (NUMC), the system will throw this error when it tries to process them together.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UGX2213 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Elements: Check the error message for the specific element (&1) and field (&2) mentioned. This will help you identify where the mismatch is occurring.
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data type definitions for both the element and the field in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) or in the relevant data structure. Ensure that they are compatible.
  
  
  Modify Data Types: If you have control over the data structure, you may need to change the data type of one of the fields to ensure they match. This could involve:
  
  Changing the field type in the data structure.
  Using conversion functions in your ABAP code to convert one data type to another before processing.
  
  
  
  Use Type Conversion: If changing the data types is not feasible, consider using type conversion functions in your ABAP code. For example, you can use CONCATENATE, CAST, or other conversion functions to ensure that the data types match before assignment.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the different data types in ABAP, such as CHAR, NUMC, DATS, TIMS, etc., to understand how they can be used and converted.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code where the error occurs. This can help you identify the exact point of failure and the values being processed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and examples related to data type mismatches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UGX2213 error and ensure that your data processing works as intended.