How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPDA523 - Value (&) is not defined

/ISDFPS/FDPDA523 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPDA -

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Value (&) is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDA523 - Value (&) is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDA523 Value (&) is not defined typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Data Import (FDI) or related data processing scenarios. This error indicates that a specific value being processed is not recognized or defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Value: The value being referenced in the error message is not defined in the relevant master data or configuration settings. This could be due to missing entries in tables or incorrect data being imported.
  Data Mapping Issues: If you are importing data, there may be a mismatch between the data being imported and the expected values in the target system.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings for the relevant module may not be set up correctly, leading to undefined values being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the value indicated in the error message is defined in the relevant master data tables. If it is missing, you may need to create