How To Fix OQ_E287 - Don't enter a negative value for the maximum hit counter!

OQ_E287 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_E - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Payment Card Processing

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Don't enter a negative value for the maximum hit counter!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_E287 - Don't enter a negative value for the maximum hit counter! ?

  The SAP error message OQ_E287, which states "Don't enter a negative value for the maximum hit counter," typically occurs in the context of configuring certain parameters in SAP, particularly in relation to the system's performance or resource management settings. This error indicates that a negative value has been entered where only non-negative integers are acceptable.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to set a maximum hit counter (or similar parameter) to a negative value. This could happen due to:
  
  User Input Error: A user may have mistakenly entered a negative number in a configuration field that only accepts positive integers.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system or imported from a file, negative values may have been inadvertently included.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the system that do not adhere to the expected input constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the configuration settings where the