How To Fix TFW_API038 - Method '&1' (class '&2'): Input data contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TFW_API - Messages for TFW APIs

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Method '&1' (class '&2'): Input data contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TFW_API038 - Method '&1' (class '&2'): Input data contains errors ?

  The SAP error message TFW_API038 indicates that there are issues with the input data being processed by a specific method in a class. This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP Transaction Framework (TFW) or when working with APIs that require specific data formats or values.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Invalid Input Data: The data being passed to the method may not conform to the expected format or may contain invalid values (e.g., incorrect data types, out-of-range values).
  Missing Required Fields: Some required fields may not be populated, leading to the method being unable to process the request.
  Business Logic Violations: The input data may violate certain business rules or constraints defined in the system.
  Data Type Mismatches: The data types of the input parameters may not match the expected types defined in the method signature.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in