How To Fix /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE018 - Flag (&1) for entity (&2) has value (&3). Only ' ' and 'X' permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Flag (&1) for entity (&2) has value (&3). Only ' ' and 'X' permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE018 - Flag (&1) for entity (&2) has value (&3). Only ' ' and 'X' permitted ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FR_PDM_MESSAGE018 indicates that there is an issue with a specific flag for an entity in the system. The message states that the flag (&1) for the entity (&2) has a value (&3) that is not permitted. Only the values ' ' (blank) and 'X' (indicating a true or active state) are allowed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Flag Value: The flag is set to a value that is not recognized by the system. This could be due to:
  
  Manual entry of an invalid value.
  Data migration issues where incorrect values were imported.
  A programming error in a custom development or enhancement.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the entity may not be correctly defined, leading to the acceptance of invalid values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Flag Value: 
  
  Identify the entity and the specific flag that is causing the issue.
  Review the current value of the flag and determine why it is set to an invalid value.
  
  
  
  Correct the Value:
  
  If the flag is incorrectly set, change it to either a blank (' ') or 'X' as required by the business logic.
  This can typically be done through the relevant transaction in SAP or through a programmatic update if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration Processes: 
  
  If this error arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they are correctly mapping values to the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code: 
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements that interact with this flag, review the code to ensure it is not inadvertently setting invalid values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides for the specific module you are working with to ensure compliance with expected values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the entity type, you may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit the flag values (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE80 for development objects).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific module you are working with, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the functionality to confirm that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.