How To Fix CRM_PRODUCT_FINANCE071 - Option type field contains invalid value &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_PRODUCT_FINANCE - Message Class for CRM_PRODUCT_FINANCE Development Class

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Option type field contains invalid value &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_PRODUCT_FINANCE071 - Option type field contains invalid value &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_PRODUCT_FINANCE071 indicates that there is an issue with the option type field in the context of product finance within the SAP CRM system. The error message typically states that the option type field contains an invalid value, represented by &1, which is a placeholder for the specific invalid value that was encountered.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Option Type Value: The value entered in the option type field does not match any of the predefined values in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect value being used.
  Configuration Issues: The option type may not be properly configured in the system, or the necessary customizing settings may be missing.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables that define valid option types.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an option type that is not allowed or recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Value: Verify the value entered in the option type field. Ensure that it matches one of the valid values defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for option types in the SAP system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant module (e.g., CRM Product Management).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files to understand the valid values for the option type field and ensure that you are using the correct ones.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correct.
  User Training: If the issue is due to user input, consider providing training or guidelines to users on how to correctly enter values in the option type field.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary checks, or SE16 for table data checks.
  Tables: Check relevant tables that store option types and their valid values, such as CRMD_ORDER or any custom tables that may have been created.
  SAP Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CRM_PRODUCT_FINANCE071 error message.