A field in the request had a value the responding node couldn't accept (unexpectedDataValue).
Where you see it
In a returnError component of a MAP dialogue over TCAP/SCCP (roaming, SMS, call routing).
What to check
Compare the exact field values sent against what the responding network expects.
Check which network element sent the returnError (calling GT) and the operation it answered.
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