How To Fix SDYN_DMSK113 - Value for masking length (&1) must not be < 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDYN_DMSK - Data Masking: APIs

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Value for masking length (&1) must not be < 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDYN_DMSK113 - Value for masking length (&1) must not be < 0 ?

  The SAP error message SDYN_DMSK113 indicates that there is an issue with the masking length value in a specific configuration or transaction. The error message states that the value for masking length (&1) must not be less than 0, which means that the system is expecting a non-negative integer for the masking length parameter.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The masking length value has been set to a negative number in the configuration settings. This could happen due to manual entry errors or incorrect data migration.
  Data Input Error: If the masking length is being derived from user input or a data source, there may be an issue with the data being passed to the system.
  Custom Code: If there is any custom code or enhancement that manipulates the masking length, it may be incorrectly calculating or setting this value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP where the masking length is defined. Ensure