How To Fix /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES016 - &1 is not allowed here. (line &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1 is not allowed here. (line &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES016 - &1 is not allowed here. (line &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES016 &1 is not allowed here. (line &2) typically indicates that there is an issue with the syntax or the context in which a certain value or variable is being used in a script or program. This error is often related to the use of the SAP Business One SDK or the User Defined Fields (UDF) in the context of the SAP Business One application.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Context: The variable or value represented by &1 is being used in a context where it is not permitted. This could be due to the variable being defined in a different scope or not being initialized properly.
  Syntax Error: There may be a syntax error in the code, such as a missing semicolon, incorrect use of brackets, or other programming mistakes.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being used may not match the expected data type for that particular context.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be