How To Fix VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST009 - Arithmetic Operations are not allowed (&1)


VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST009 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST - Message Class for Dependency Maintenance Table

  • Message number: 009

  • Message text: Arithmetic Operations are not allowed (&1)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST009 - Arithmetic Operations are not allowed (&1) ?
    The SAP error message VC2OD_DMT_ASSIST009 with the description "Arithmetic Operations are not allowed (&1)" typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or during the execution of certain operations that involve arithmetic calculations on data types that do not support such operations.
    
    Cause: Data Type Mismatch: The error often arises when there is an attempt to perform arithmetic operations on a data type that does not support it, such as strings or certain non-numeric types. Incorrect Configuration: It may also occur due to incorrect configuration in the variant configuration model, where a calculation is expected but the operands are not valid for arithmetic operations. Missing or Incorrectly Defined Characteristics: If characteristics that are supposed to hold numeric values are not defined correctly or are missing, it can lead to this error.
    Solution: Check Data Types: Review the data types of the variables or characteristics involved in the arithmetic operation. Ensure that they are numeric

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