How To Fix SALV_X_API026 - Illegal value for unit presentation mode (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Illegal value for unit presentation mode (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API026 - Illegal value for unit presentation mode (&) ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API026 indicates that there is an illegal value for the unit presentation mode in the context of the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework. This error typically arises when you are trying to set a presentation mode for a unit that is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Value: The value provided for the unit presentation mode is not one of the expected values defined in the ALV framework.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the ALV settings or the data being passed to the ALV function.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field being used for the unit presentation mode may not match the expected type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Value: Ensure that the value you are passing for the unit presentation mode is valid. The expected values are usually defined in the documentation or the ALV API. Common values include:
  
  0 for default presentation
  1 for unit presentation
  Other specific values as per your requirement.
  
  
  
  Review Code: Look at the code where you are setting the unit presentation mode. Make sure that you are using the correct syntax and that the value is being set correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace the execution of your program and check the values being passed to the ALV functions. This can help identify where the illegal value is being introduced.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the ALV framework to understand the valid values for unit presentation mode and any additional context that may be relevant.
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields being used in the ALV are compatible with the expected types for the unit presentation mode.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the ALV documentation provided by SAP, which outlines the various parameters and their expected values.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other developers may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SALV_X_API026 error in your SAP environment.