BRF351 - Constant &1 is not compatible with result typing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRF - Messages for Business Rule Framework

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Constant &1 is not compatible with result typing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRF351 - Constant &1 is not compatible with result typing ?

  The SAP error message BRF351 indicates that there is a type mismatch between a constant you are trying to use and the expected result type in a Business Rule Framework (BRF) expression or rule. This typically occurs when the constant's data type does not align with what the rule expects.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The constant you are using may be of a different data type than what the rule or expression is expecting. For example, if the rule expects a numeric type but you are providing a string constant, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the rule or the constant itself may not be set up correctly, leading to incompatibility.
  Changes in Data Types: If there have been recent changes in the data types of the constants or the expected results, this could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data type of the constant you are using. Ensure that it matches the expected result type of the rule or expression. You can do this by checking the definition of the constant and the expected output of the rule.
  Modify the Constant: If the constant is of the wrong type, you may need to create a new constant with the correct data type or modify the existing one to ensure compatibility.
  Review Rule Configuration: Go through the configuration of the rule or expression to ensure that all components are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies in data types.
  Testing: After making changes, test the rule again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRF+ for detailed information on data types and how to define constants.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools available in SAP to trace the execution of the rule and identify where the type mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRF351 error and ensure that your constants are compatible with the expected result types in your BRF rules.