How To Fix /IWFND/COS_SUTIL099 - &1: &2 contains invalid values (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/COS_SUTIL -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: &1: &2 contains invalid values (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/COS_SUTIL099 - &1: &2 contains invalid values (&3) ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/COS_SUTIL099 typically indicates that there are invalid values in the data being processed by the OData service. This error is often related to issues with the input parameters or the data being sent to the service.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Values: The error suggests that one or more of the input parameters contain values that are not acceptable or do not conform to the expected format or range.
  Data Type Mismatch: The values provided may not match the expected data types defined in the OData service.
  Business Logic Constraints: The values may violate certain business rules or constraints defined in the backend logic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the OData service or the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values being sent to the OData service. Ensure that they conform to the expected formats and constraints.
  Validate Data Types: Make sure that the data types of the input parameters match what is expected by the service.
  Review Business Logic: If applicable, check the business logic associated with the OData service to ensure that the values being sent do not violate any rules.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to get more details about the error. This can provide insights into which specific values are causing the issue.
  Check Service Metadata: Review the service metadata (usually accessible via the service URL with $metadata) to understand the expected structure and constraints of the data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific OData service to understand the expected input parameters and their constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use /IWFND/ERROR_LOG to view error logs related to OData services.
  OData Service Testing: You can use tools like Postman or the SAP Gateway Client (transaction /IWFND/GW_CLIENT) to test the OData service with different input values.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific OData service you are working with.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWFND/COS_SUTIL099 error message.