Will it harm anything to bypass my EGR valve?

I don't live in California and my EGR tube is faulty. The flared end is turning freely in the exhaust pipe connector and I really don't think it's doing any good. I'm getting a faulty EGR code on my dash light blinks. I can't FIND a dang EGR tube to replace it correctly. Can I just cut a soda can to fit between the EGR valve and my intake? Will it hurt anything?

Added (1). 91 ford ranger xlt 2.3L

Added (2). I'm talking about removing the whole tube and also capping the exhaust port. Just closing off the whole gas recirculation system

Added (3). Alternate option: has anyone ever heard of flaring both sides of a piece of copper tubing to fit?

The EGR valve limits emissions and helps maintain cooler combustion temperatures. If you remove it, you could end up severely damaging your engine via overheating if you do a lot of driving for trips more than just a couple (literally, 10 min. Tops) minutes.

I don't see why you would want to anyways. What's your reasoning?

You did not look very well for the replacement part! A google search shows many places that have it

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