How To Fix DRD213 - Invalid value for method; select a value using input help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRD - Messages for Delivery Relationships

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Invalid value for method; select a value using input help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRD213 - Invalid value for method; select a value using input help ?

  The SAP error message DRD213 indicates that there is an invalid value being used for a method in a specific context, and it suggests that you should select a valid value using input help (F4 help). This error typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to enter a value that is not recognized or is not valid for the field in question.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user has entered a value that does not match any of the predefined values for the method in the system.
  Data Consistency: The value may not be consistent with the expected data type or format.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the method not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain methods or values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Input Help: Click on the input help (F4) for the field to see the list of valid values.