How To Fix DPR_API160 - Error while calling inbound interface: Method UPDATE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_API - Messages for APIs in Project Management

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Error while calling inbound interface: Method UPDATE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_API160 - Error while calling inbound interface: Method UPDATE ?

  The SAP error message DPR_API160, which states "Error while calling inbound interface: Method UPDATE," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Project Management (PS) or Project System (DPR) module when there is an issue with the data being processed during an update operation. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing required fields, or issues with the configuration of the inbound interface.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being sent to the inbound interface may not meet the required format or constraints, leading to validation errors.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may not be populated in the data being processed, causing the update to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to perform the update may lack the necessary authorizations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be problems with the configuration of the inbound interface or the method being called.
  Business Logic Errors: The business logic defined in the method may not