How To Fix KEBAPI262 - Value &2 for SIGN in selection to &1 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEBAPI - Messages for BAPIs

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Value &2 for SIGN in selection to &1 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Only the value "I" (for "include") is permitted in the field SIGN at
this point.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Replace your entry "&V2&" in the selection of "&V1&" with "I".

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEBAPI262 - Value &2 for SIGN in selection to &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message KEBAPI262 indicates that there is an issue with the value provided for the SIGN parameter in a selection for a specific field in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. This error typically arises when the value for the SIGN parameter does not conform to the expected values.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The value provided for the SIGN parameter is not one of the allowed values. In SAP, the SIGN parameter usually accepts values like 'I' (Include) or 'E' (Exclude).
  There may be a mismatch in the data types or formats expected by the BAPI.
  The selection criteria being passed to the BAPI may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KEBAPI262 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the SIGN Parameter:
  
  Ensure that the value for the SIGN parameter is either 'I' (Include) or 'E' (Exclude). Any other value will trigger this error.
  
  
  
  Review the BAPI Documentation:
  
  Consult the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected parameters and their valid values.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Ensure that all input data being passed to the BAPI is valid and conforms to the expected formats. This includes checking for any null or empty values that may not be allowed.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the BAPI call to see the values being passed and identify where the incorrect value is being set.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Try calling the BAPI with known good values to see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the data being passed or with the BAPI itself.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding the BAPI you are using. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the parameters and their expected values.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have a support contract, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KEBAPI262 error in your SAP environment.