How To Fix OL500 - Exception & in method & is not valid

OL500 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Exception & in method & is not valid

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an invalid exception number.
The following number ranges are reserved:
0001-0999 reserved for interface types
1000-8999 exceptions in object type methods defined by SAP
9000-9999 reserved for customers

How to fix this error?

Select a number from a valid range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL500 - Exception & in method & is not valid ?

  The SAP error message "OL500 Exception & in method & is not valid" typically indicates that there is an issue with a specific method or function call in the ABAP code or in the configuration of the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, a transaction, or a report.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Method Call: The method being called may not exist, or it may not be valid in the context in which it is being called.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the method may not match the expected types or formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the method.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a problem with the configuration of the object or class that contains the method.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may be inconsistent or corrupt, leading to the method failing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Method Existence: Verify that the method