How To Fix RSWADMDERR1187 - Change parameter value to X or ' ' or true or false

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADMDERR1 - Web Application Designer 4.0 Error Messages

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Change parameter value to X or ' ' or true or false

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1187 - Change parameter value to X or ' ' or true or false ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1187 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's configuration, particularly when dealing with the settings for the SAP Adaptive Job Scheduler (ASJ) or similar job management functionalities. This error indicates that a parameter value is not set correctly and needs to be adjusted to one of the specified valid values.
  Cause:
  The error message RSWADMDERR1187 is triggered when a parameter is expected to be set to a specific value (either 'X', ' ', 'true', or 'false'), but it is currently set to an invalid value. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The parameter may have been manually set to an invalid value during configuration.
  Default Values: The system may not have defaulted to a valid value for the parameter.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or version, the parameter values may not have been correctly translated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the parameter value to one of the acceptable values. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Parameter: Determine which parameter is causing the error. This may require checking the job configuration or the specific settings in the Adaptive Job Scheduler.
  
  
  Access Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction code in SAP (e.g., SM37 for job monitoring or RSADMD for job scheduling).
  Navigate to the settings or configuration area where the parameter is defined.
  
  
  
  Change the Parameter Value:
  
  Set the parameter to one of the valid values:
  
  'X' (to enable)
  ' ' (to disable)
  'true' (to enable)
  'false' (to disable)
  
  
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After making the changes, re-run the job or process that was previously failing to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the Adaptive Job Scheduler for more details on valid parameter settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSWADMDERR1187 error and ensure that your SAP job scheduling functions correctly.