How To Fix UPS188 - Invalid change function &1 of object {'I', 'U', 'D'}

UPS188 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS - ALE Distribution Packet

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Invalid change function &1 of object {'I', 'U', 'D'}

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS188 - Invalid change function &1 of object {'I', 'U', 'D'} ?

  The SAP error message UPS188, which states "Invalid change function &1 of object {'I', 'U', 'D'}", typically occurs in the context of data processing or data transfer, particularly when working with the SAP Business Suite or SAP S/4HANA systems. This error is related to the change functions that are expected during data operations, such as Insert (I), Update (U), or Delete (D).
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Change Function: The system is trying to process a change function (I, U, D) that is not recognized or is not valid for the specific object being processed. This could happen if the data being sent to the system is malformed or if there is a mismatch in the expected operations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data model or the way the data is being handled in the application. This could include incorrect settings in