How To Fix OIUX3164 - Invalid entry. Must not be &4

OIUX3164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUX3 - Tax Reporting

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Invalid entry. Must not be &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUX3164 - Invalid entry. Must not be &4 ?

  The SAP error message OIUX3164, which states "Invalid entry. Must not be &4," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (O&G) module, particularly when dealing with master data or transaction entries. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid input that does not meet the specified criteria.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when a user attempts to enter a value that is not allowed in a specific field. The placeholder &4 in the message usually represents the invalid value that was entered. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered a value that is not valid for the field, such as a disallowed code or an incorrect format.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to restrict certain entries based on business rules or settings.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The entry may violate data integrity rules defined in the system, such as uniqueness