How To Fix RPM_UI160 - Inbound interface call has errors: Method UPDATE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_UI - UI related messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Inbound interface call has errors: Method UPDATE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_UI160 - Inbound interface call has errors: Method UPDATE ?

  The SAP error message RPM_UI160 indicates that there are issues with the inbound interface call, specifically related to the method UPDATE. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module, where data is being updated through an interface.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Validation Errors: The data being sent to the UPDATE method may not meet the required validation criteria. This could include missing mandatory fields, incorrect data types, or values that do not conform to expected formats.
  
  
  Business Logic Violations: The update may violate certain business rules defined in the system. For example, trying to update a resource that is currently locked or in a state that does not allow updates.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or system performing the update may not have the necessary permissions to execute the UPDATE method.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues such as connectivity problems, system configuration errors, or issues with the interface