/FLDQ/AD_GEN_ERRORS013 - The substring function option 1 and option 2 are not valid.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FLDQ/AD_GEN_ERRORS -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: The substring function option 1 and option 2 are not valid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_GEN_ERRORS013 - The substring function option 1 and option 2 are not valid. ?

  The SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_GEN_ERRORS013 indicates that there is an issue with the substring function being used in your ABAP code or in a configuration related to the data extraction or transformation process. Specifically, it suggests that the options provided for the substring function are not valid.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Parameters: The parameters passed to the substring function may not conform to the expected format or range. This could include:
  
  Incorrect start position or length.
  Using negative values or values that exceed the string length.
  
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the variable being processed may not support the substring operation, or the function is being applied to an incompatible data type.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If this error arises in a configuration context (like data extraction or transformation), it may be due to incorrect settings in the data source or transformation rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parameters: Review the parameters being passed to the substring function. Ensure that:
  
  The start position is a valid positive integer.
  The length is also a valid positive integer and does not exceed the length of the string.
  
  
  
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the variable you are applying the substring function to is of a compatible data type (e.g., character string).
  
  
  Debugging: If you are working in an ABAP program, use the debugger to step through the code and inspect the values being passed to the substring function. This can help identify any invalid values.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error is related to a configuration setting, review the relevant settings in the SAP system to ensure they are correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the substring function to ensure you are using it correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other technical forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  ABAP Documentation: Review the ABAP documentation for the substring function to understand its usage and limitations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.