How To Fix RSDME816 - The input is invalid

RSDME816 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 816

• Message text: The input is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME816 - The input is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSDME816 ("The input is invalid") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the input data or parameters being provided to a query or a data extraction process. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when using BEx queries, data sources, or during data loading processes.
  Causes of RSDME816
  
  
  Invalid Input Values: The input values provided to a query or data extraction may not match the expected format or range. For example, if a date field is expected but a string is provided, this error may occur.
  
  
  Incorrect Filter Settings: If filters applied in a query are not valid or do not correspond to the data model, this can lead to the error.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the data types expected by the query and the data types of the input values.
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: If