How To Fix SWL_WP047 - Network number of IP address "&" is greater than 223

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWL_WP - Message for Workflow in Workplace

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Network number of IP address "&" is greater than 223

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWL_WP047 - Network number of IP address "&" is greater than 223 ?

  The SAP error message SWL_WP047 indicates that there is an issue with the network number of an IP address being greater than 223. This typically relates to the way IP addresses are categorized and used in networking.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the IP address being processed has a network number that exceeds the valid range for certain types of IP addresses. In IPv4, the first octet of an IP address determines its class:
  
  Class A: 1 to 126
  Class B: 128 to 191
  Class C: 192 to 223
  Class D: 224 to 239 (used for multicast)
  Class E: 240 to 255 (reserved for future use)
  
  The error message suggests that the IP address being referenced has a first octet greater than 223, which means it falls into Class D or E, and is not suitable for standard host addressing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the IP Address: Verify the IP address that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly formatted