How To Fix FMCA_TRM_MD020 - IV_AKTYP can only be 'I'(Insert) or 'U'(Update).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_TRM_MD - PSCD: Master Data for TRM

• Message number: 020

• Message text: IV_AKTYP can only be 'I'(Insert) or 'U'(Update).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_TRM_MD020 - IV_AKTYP can only be 'I'(Insert) or 'U'(Update). ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_TRM_MD020 indicates that there is an issue with the value of the field IV_AKTYP in a function module or program. This field is expected to only accept the values 'I' (Insert) or 'U' (Update), and any other value will trigger this error.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Value: The value being passed to the field IV_AKTYP is neither 'I' nor 'U'. This could be due to a programming error or incorrect data being passed from a user interface or another system.
  Data Processing Logic: There may be a logic error in the code that determines what value should be assigned to IV_AKTYP.
  User Input: If the value is coming from user input, the user may have entered an invalid option.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Code: Review the code where the function module is called. Ensure that the value assigned to IV_AKTYP is either 'I' or 'U'.
  
  Example:
  IF some_condition.
      IV_AKTYP = 'I'.  " For Insert
  ELSE.
      IV_AKTYP = 'U'.  " For Update
  ENDIF.
  
  
  
  
  Validate Input: If the value is coming from user input, implement validation to ensure that only 'I' or 'U' can be entered.
  
  You can use a dropdown or radio buttons in the user interface to restrict the options.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the incorrect value is coming from, use debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and see what value is being assigned to IV_AKTYP.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to catch cases where an invalid value might be assigned, and provide a meaningful message to the user or log the error for further investigation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Function Module Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific function module you are using to understand the expected parameters and their valid values.
  SAP Notes: Search for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.