How To Fix 87700 - Instead of &, please enter a valid value for the decision

87700 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 87 - Localization Croatia: Messages

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Instead of &, please enter a valid value for the decision

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 87700 - Instead of &, please enter a valid value for the decision ?

  The SAP error message 87700, which states "Instead of &, please enter a valid value for the decision," typically occurs in the context of decision-making processes within SAP applications, such as workflow or business rules. This error indicates that the system expected a valid input for a decision parameter but received an invalid or empty value instead.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered an invalid value or left the input field blank when a specific decision value was expected.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the decision-making logic in the workflow or business rules.
  Data Integrity: The data being processed may not meet the required criteria, leading to the inability to make a valid decision.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the decision values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value entered in the decision field is valid and meets the expected