How To Fix KEBAPI263 - Value &2 for OPTION in selection to &1 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEBAPI - Messages for BAPIs

• Message number: 263

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

What causes this issue?

At this point, only the values "EQ" (for "equal") and "BT" (for
"between") are permitted for the field OPTION.

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 from "&V1&" with "EQ" or
"BT".

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEBAPI263 - Value &2 for OPTION in selection to &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message KEBAPI263 indicates that there is an issue with the value provided for the OPTION parameter in a selection for a specific field. This error typically occurs in the context of using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) or when working with certain transactions related to controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA).
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  An invalid value is provided for the OPTION parameter in a selection structure.
  The value does not match the expected values defined in the system for that particular field.
  The selection criteria being used in a BAPI or function module is not compatible with the data type or expected values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Documentation: Review the documentation for the BAPI or function module you are using to understand the valid values for the OPTION parameter. This will help you identify what values are acceptable.
  
  
  Validate Input Values: Ensure that the value you are passing for the OPTION parameter is one of the permitted values. Common options might include:
  
  EQ (Equal)
  NE (Not Equal)
  GT (Greater Than)
  LT (Less Than)
  GE (Greater Than or Equal)
  LE (Less Than or Equal)
  
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP debugger, you can set breakpoints in the BAPI or function module to inspect the values being passed and identify where the invalid value is coming from.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If you are using custom code or enhancements, review that code to ensure it is correctly setting the OPTION parameter.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the BAPI or function module again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on the specific BAPI you are using.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, check the transaction codes related to the BAPI to see if there are any known issues or configurations that need to be adjusted.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.