How To Fix /IWBEP/EPM_PRODUCT006 - Invalid filter paramater &1 passed in the query request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/EPM_PRODUCT -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Invalid filter paramater &1 passed in the query request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/EPM_PRODUCT006 - Invalid filter paramater &1 passed in the query request ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/EPM_PRODUCT006 Invalid filter parameter &1 passed in the query request typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when a query is made with an invalid filter parameter. This error indicates that the filter parameter specified in the OData query is not recognized or is not valid for the service being called.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Filter Parameter: The filter parameter specified in the OData query does not match any of the fields defined in the OData service.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the filter parameter name.
  Unsupported Data Types: The filter parameter may be using a data type that is not supported by the OData service.
  Service Metadata Changes: If the OData service has been updated or changed, the filter parameters may have changed as well.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Filter Parameter: Verify that the filter parameter being used in the query is correct and matches the fields defined in the OData service metadata.
  Review OData Service Metadata: Use the service's metadata URL (usually ending in $metadata) to review the available fields and their corresponding data types.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that there are no typos in the filter parameter names.
  Update OData Service: If the service has been modified, ensure that the client application is updated to reflect these changes.
  Test with Different Parameters: Try using different filter parameters to see if the issue persists, which can help isolate the problem.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields being queried.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Documentation: Familiarize yourself with OData query options and filter syntax as defined in the OData protocol documentation.
  SAP Gateway Logs: Check the SAP Gateway logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the OData service in question.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the OData service to see how it processes the incoming request and where it fails.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.