How To Fix DB02143 - Invalid value '&2' for field &3 in table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB02 - For Oracle Component of the Database Monitor

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Invalid value '&2' for field &3 in table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB02143 - Invalid value '&2' for field &3 in table &1 ?

  The SAP error message DB02143 indicates that there is an invalid value being used for a specific field in a database table. The message format typically looks like this:
  DB02143 Invalid value '&2' for field &3 in table &1
  Where:
  
  &1 represents the name of the table.
  &2 represents the invalid value.
  &3 represents the name of the field.
  
  Cause
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Entry Error: An invalid value has been entered into a field that does not accept it. This could be due to incorrect data types, out-of-range values, or values that do not conform to predefined constraints (like foreign key constraints).
  Configuration Issues: The field may have specific allowed values (like enumerations) and the value being used does not match any of those allowed values.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may not conform to the expected formats or constraints in the SAP system.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code (like ABAP programs or enhancements) that manipulates data, it may be passing invalid values to the database.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Field Definition: Look at the data dictionary (SE11) for the table and field mentioned in the error message. Check the data type, length, and any constraints that may apply to the field.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the value being entered or processed is valid. If it is user input, consider adding validation checks to prevent invalid data from being submitted.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If the error is occurring in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the values being passed to the database.
  
  
  Data Correction: If the invalid value has already been saved in the database, you may need to correct it directly in the database (using transaction codes like SE16N for display or SE14 for database utility) or through a program that can update the records.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the field is part of a standard SAP module, consult the relevant SAP documentation or notes for any specific requirements or constraints related to that field.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 to view the table structure, SE16N to view or edit table entries, and SE80 for checking related programs or objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the specific error message or the table/field in question.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program execution, consider using the debugger (transaction code SE80 or SE37) to trace the execution and identify where the invalid value is being set.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.