How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_CP227 - Invalid SIGN-value in range table supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_CP -

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Invalid SIGN-value in range table supplied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP227 - Invalid SIGN-value in range table supplied ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_CP227 Invalid SIGN-value in range table supplied typically occurs in the context of OData services when there is an issue with the filter criteria being passed to the service. This error indicates that the SIGN value in the range table is not valid. The SIGN value is used to specify whether the filter condition is an "equal to" (EQ), "not equal to" (NE), "greater than" (GT), "less than" (LT), etc.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid SIGN Value: The SIGN value provided in the request does not match the expected values. Valid SIGN values are usually 'I' (Include) and 'E' (Exclude).
  Incorrectly Formatted Request: The request may be incorrectly formatted, leading to the OData service not being able to interpret the filter criteria properly.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field being filtered may not match the expected type, causing the service to reject the request.
  Custom Implementation Issues: If there are custom implementations or modifications in the OData service, they may not handle the SIGN values correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SIGN Values: Ensure that the SIGN values in the range table are set to valid values ('I' for Include and 'E' for Exclude).
  Review Request Format: Validate the format of the OData request. Ensure that the filter criteria are correctly specified according to the OData protocol.
  Data Type Validation: Check that the data types of the fields being filtered match the expected types in the OData service.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can debug the OData service to see how the incoming request is being processed and where it might be failing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific OData service you are using to ensure that you are using the correct syntax and parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: Understanding how OData services work in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to data retrieval and filtering.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.