How To Fix >3468 - Initial value is not valid

>3468 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Initial value is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3468 - Initial value is not valid ?

  The SAP error message 3468: Initial value is not valid typically occurs in the context of data entry or configuration in SAP, particularly when dealing with fields that require a specific format or valid range of values. This error can arise in various modules, including but not limited to finance, logistics, or master data management.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Input: The initial value entered in a field does not meet the expected criteria. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data type (e.g., entering text in a numeric field).
  Values that are out of the defined range (e.g., entering a date that is not within the allowed period).
  Using a value that is not recognized by the system (e.g., a code that does not exist in the master data).
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If the error occurs during configuration, it may be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect settings in the configuration tables.
  Incomplete setup of the relevant module or transaction.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the