How To Fix UMG295 - The structure &1 has fields which are not character like.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMG - Message Class for the Unicode Migration Tool.

• Message number: 295

• Message text: The structure &1 has fields which are not character like.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMG295 - The structure &1 has fields which are not character like. ?

  The SAP error message UMG295 indicates that there is an issue with a structure in your ABAP program or data dictionary that contains fields that are not of character-like data types. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a structure in a context where only character-like fields are expected, such as in certain string operations or when passing data to a function that requires character-like parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Non-character-like Fields: The structure &1 contains fields that are of types such as numeric, date, time, or other non-character types.
  Inappropriate Context: The structure is being used in a context that requires all fields to be character-like (e.g., concatenation, string manipulation, or certain function calls).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Structure Definition: Review the definition of the structure &1 in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11). Identify which fields are non-character-like.
  Modify the Structure: If possible, modify the structure to ensure that all fields are character-like. This may involve changing the data types of certain fields.
  Data Conversion: If you cannot change the structure, consider converting the non-character-like fields to character-like types when using them. You can use functions like CONCATENATE, WRITE, or type conversion functions to convert numeric or date fields to strings.
  Review Usage: Check where the structure is being used in your code. Ensure that it is being passed to functions or methods that can handle non-character-like fields if applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Types in ABAP: Familiarize yourself with the different data types in ABAP, especially character-like types (e.g., CHAR, STRING) and non-character-like types (e.g., INT, FLOAT, DATE, TIME).
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on data types and structures in ABAP.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution of your program and identify where the error occurs. This can help you pinpoint the exact usage of the structure that leads to the error.
  
  By addressing the structure definition and ensuring that it is used appropriately in your code, you should be able to resolve the UMG295 error.