How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO050 - &1 is invalid; enter a valid value

/PLMI/ECR_BO050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: &1 is invalid; enter a valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO050 - &1 is invalid; enter a valid value ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO050 &1 is invalid; enter a valid value typically indicates that a value entered in a field does not meet the expected criteria or is not recognized by the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module, particularly when dealing with business objects or data entries.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input: The value entered in the field may not exist in the database or is not valid for the context in which it is being used.
  Data Type Mismatch: The input may not match the expected data type (e.g., entering text in a numeric field).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the values that can be entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the data related to the entered value.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (e.g., materials, vendors) may not