How To Fix STC_CONT_CLM120 - Invalid parameter value &1 (Allowed: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_CONT_CLM - Technical Configuration Reference Content Message Class

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Invalid parameter value &1 (Allowed: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_CONT_CLM120 - Invalid parameter value &1 (Allowed: &2) ?

  The SAP error message STC_CONT_CLM120 indicates that there is an invalid parameter value being used in a configuration or a process. The message typically follows the format:
  STC_CONT_CLM120 Invalid parameter value &1 (Allowed: &2)
  Where &1 represents the invalid parameter value that was provided, and &2 lists the allowed values for that parameter.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: A parameter has been set to a value that is not acceptable according to the system's configuration rules.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the parameter value that was entered.
  Version Mismatch: The parameter value may be valid in one version of the software but not in another.
  Missing Dependencies: The parameter may depend on other settings or configurations that are not correctly set.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STC_CONT_CLM120 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Parameter Value: Review the parameter value that is causing the error (as indicated by &1). Compare it against the allowed values listed in the error message (&2).
  
  
  Correct the Value: If the value is incorrect, update it to one of the allowed values. This may involve navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific configuration or process you are working with. This can provide insights into valid parameter values and their implications.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that any related settings or dependencies are correctly configured. Sometimes, a parameter may rely on other parameters being set correctly.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the configuration or process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Consult SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a colleague who has experience with the specific module or configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to use specific transaction codes (like ST22 for dumps, SM21 for system logs, or ST01 for trace) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the STC_CONT_CLM120 error in your SAP system.