How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST018 - Value control '&1' has invalid value '&2'. Use constant values '&3'.

/IWBEP/CM_V4_ST018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Value control '&1' has invalid value '&2'. Use constant values '&3'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST018 - Value control '&1' has invalid value '&2'. Use constant values '&3'. ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_V4_ST018 typically occurs in the context of OData services when there is an issue with the value control for a specific field in a request. This error indicates that the value provided for a certain field does not match the expected or allowed values defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value provided for a field does not match any of the predefined constant values that are allowed for that field.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value provided may not be of the correct data type or format expected by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model that defines the allowed values for the field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allowed Values: Review the allowed constant values for the field in question. The error message provides a list of valid values (&3). Ensure that the value you are trying to use (&2)