How To Fix TFW_API018 - '&1', Line &2, field '&3' contains incorrect value '&4'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TFW_API - Messages for TFW APIs

• Message number: 018

• Message text: '&1', Line &2, field '&3' contains incorrect value '&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TFW_API018 - '&1', Line &2, field '&3' contains incorrect value '&4' ?

  The SAP error message TFW_API018 typically indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed in a specific field of a transaction or API call. The message format includes placeholders for specific details:
  
  &1: The name of the API or transaction.
  &2: The line number where the error occurred.
  &3: The name of the field that contains the incorrect value.
  &4: The incorrect value that was provided.
  
  Cause
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value provided in the specified field does not match the expected data type (e.g., a string instead of a number).
  Value Out of Range: The value provided is outside the acceptable range defined for that field (e.g., a date in the future when only past dates are allowed).
  Invalid Format: The value does not conform to the required format (e.g., a date in the wrong format).
  Business Logic Violation: The value violates specific business rules