How To Fix 54249 - Response indicator not valid

54249 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Response indicator not valid

What causes this issue?

You have entered a non-existent response indicator in the
time constraint string.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid response indicator.
E, A, W, N and ' ' re valid response indicators.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54249 - Response indicator not valid ?

  The SAP error message 54249, which states "Response indicator not valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication with external systems, particularly in scenarios involving EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) or other forms of data exchange. This error indicates that the response indicator received from an external system does not match the expected values defined in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Response Indicator: The response indicator received from the external system is not recognized or is not valid according to the configuration in SAP.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a mismatch in the configuration settings between the SAP system and the external system, leading to unexpected response indicators.
  Data Format Issues: The data format or structure of the response may not conform to the expected standards, causing SAP to reject it.
  Communication Errors: Issues in the communication channel (e.g., network problems, incorrect endpoint configurations) can lead to corrupted or invalid responses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Response Indicator Values: Verify