How To Fix PCIFBAPI027 - Value &1 in field &2 is not used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PCIFBAPI - For BAPIs for the Interface to HR Payroll

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Value &1 in field &2 is not used

What causes this issue?

You have entered an AMOUNTOPERATOR that only takes entries in the
LOWAMOUNT field into account while the HIGHAMOUNT field is ignored when
the selection is made. Entries in the HIGHAMOUNT field are only taken
into account if AMOUNTOPERATOR is equal to space, BT, or NB. If you
require further information, see the documentation on the
SELECTCRITERIALIST parameter.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PCIFBAPI027 - Value &1 in field &2 is not used ?

  The SAP error message PCIFBAPI027 indicates that a specific value in a field is not being utilized or recognized in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) or when dealing with data input in SAP systems, particularly in the area of personnel administration or payroll.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value provided for the specified field is not valid or not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an outdated value, or a value that is not applicable in the current context.
  Field Configuration: The field may not be configured to accept the value you are trying to input. This could be due to business rules or settings in the configuration of the SAP system.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing dependencies or related data that must be present for the value to be valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Verify the value you are trying to input for the specified field. Ensure that it is correct and valid according to the business rules and configurations in your SAP system.
  Refer to Documentation: Consult the relevant SAP documentation or help files to understand the valid values for the field in question. This can provide insights into what values are acceptable.
  Field Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the field in the SAP system. Ensure that the field is set up correctly to accept the value you are trying to input.
  Data Validation: Ensure that all related data is present and valid. Sometimes, the error can be a result of missing or incorrect data in other fields that are interdependent.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have additional insights or tools to diagnose the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the specific BAPI documentation related to the operation you are performing. This can provide details on the expected input values and any constraints.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the BAPI or function module in question and understand its parameters.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  Testing: If possible, test the input values in a development or test environment to see if the error can be replicated and to troubleshoot further without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.