How To Fix M8_2108 - User parameter &1 &2 contains an invalid value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 108

• Message text: User parameter &1 &2 contains an invalid value

What causes this issue?

The system has determined that the user parameter contains a value that
is not valid.

System Response

In Logistics Invoice Verification you can create and maintain invoice
documents from SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM). To use the
functions, you must first maintain the user parameter TM_INVOICE_CLERK
in your user master record.

How to fix this error?

Choose <LS>System</> -> <LS>User Profile</> -> <LS>Own Data</> or call
transaction <DS:TRAN.SU3>SU3</>.
On the <ZK>Parameters</> tab page, enter the user parameter
TM_INVOICE_CLERK and enter the following values:
<LB>blank</>
When creating invoices in transaction MIRO, the user sees the tab pages
<LS>TM</> and <LS>Purchase Order Reference</> as well as all the tab
pages specified in Customizing (<LS>Material Account</>, <LS>G/L Account
</> and <LS>Contract Reference</>)
<LB>01</>
The user only sees the <LS>TM</> tab page and, depending on Customizing,
the <LS>G/L Account</> tab page. The <LS>Purchase Order Reference</> tab
page is hidden.
<LB>02</>
The user does not see the <LS>TM</> tab page, but sees the <LS>Purchase
Order Reference</> tab page, as well as all tab pages that are visible
according to Customizing (<LS>Material Account</>, <LS>G/L Account</>,
and <LS>Contract Reference</>).

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2108 - User parameter &1 &2 contains an invalid value ?

  The SAP error message M8_2108 indicates that a user parameter contains an invalid value. This error typically arises when a user tries to execute a transaction or function that relies on specific user parameters, and one or more of those parameters are set to values that the system does not recognize or that are not valid for the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Parameter Value: The user parameter specified in the error message (represented by &1 and &2) has been set to a value that is not acceptable or recognized by the system.
  Missing Parameter: The parameter may not be set at all, or it may be set to a default value that is not valid for the current operation.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be configured correctly, leading to invalid parameter settings.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value assigned to the parameter may not match the expected data type (e.g., a string instead of a number).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Parameters:
  
  Go to the user settings in SAP (transaction code SU01 for user maintenance).
  Look for the user parameters section and check the values for the parameters mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the values are valid and conform to the expected format.
  
  
  
  Correct Invalid Values:
  
  If you identify any invalid values, correct them to valid ones as per the documentation or system requirements.
  If you are unsure about the valid values, consult with your SAP administrator or refer to the relevant SAP documentation.
  
  
  
  Reset to Default:
  
  If you are unable to determine the correct value, consider resetting the parameter to its default value or removing it entirely.
  
  
  
  User Profile Review:
  
  Review the user profile settings to ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly configured.
  If needed, compare with another user profile that is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the parameters in question and their valid values.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking and correcting the parameters, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SU01 (User Maintenance), SU3 (Maintain User Parameters).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Manual: Review the user manual or help documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand the expected parameters and their valid values.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8_2108 error and ensure that your user parameters are correctly configured.