How To Fix /AIF/MES231 - Enter a valid value instead of &1 in interface determination

/AIF/MES231 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/MES -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Enter a valid value instead of &1 in interface determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/MES231 - Enter a valid value instead of &1 in interface determination ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/MES231 Enter a valid value instead of &1 in interface determination typically occurs in the context of SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF). This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid value for a specific parameter in the interface determination process, but it has received an invalid or empty value instead.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Value: The value provided for a specific field in the interface determination is not valid. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a mismatch with the expected format.
  
  Configuration Issues: The interface determination configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the input value.
  Missing Mapping: There may be a missing mapping or configuration for the specific interface that is being called.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the input value may not match the expected data type defined in the interface determination.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input