How To Fix >BAPI003 - Valid values for 'PROCESSING_MODE' (Change): '01' Create, '04' Delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >BAPI - BAPI Messages for the DX Workbench

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Valid values for 'PROCESSING_MODE' (Change): '01' Create, '04' Delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >BAPI003 - Valid values for 'PROCESSING_MODE' (Change): '01' Create, '04' Delete ?

  The SAP error message BAPI003 indicates that there is an issue with the value provided for the PROCESSING_MODE parameter in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. This error typically arises when the value supplied does not match the expected valid values for the PROCESSING_MODE parameter.
  Cause:
  The PROCESSING_MODE parameter is used to specify the action that the BAPI should perform. The valid values for this parameter are:
  
  '01': Create
  '04': Delete
  
  If you receive the error message BAPI003, it means that the value you provided for PROCESSING_MODE is either incorrect or not one of the valid options listed above. This could happen due to:
  
  Typographical errors in the value.
  Using an unsupported or incorrect value.
  Not setting the parameter at all.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BAPI003 error, you should:
  
  Check the Value: Ensure that the value you are passing for PROCESSING_MODE is either '01' for Create or '04' for Delete.
  Correct the Code: If you are using a program or script to call the BAPI, review the code to ensure that the correct value is being assigned to the PROCESSING_MODE parameter.
  Test the BAPI Call: After making the necessary corrections, test the BAPI call again to ensure that it executes without errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the parameters and their valid values.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the BAPI you are using.
  Debugging: If you are still facing issues, consider using the SAP debugger to step through the code and inspect the values being passed to the BAPI.
  
  By ensuring that the PROCESSING_MODE parameter is set correctly, you should be able to resolve the BAPI003 error and successfully execute the BAPI call.