If you know the player will be suspicious and just call a weak bet, then it's fine. Especially if your deep and have good implied odds.

If you put him on an over pair and he has been aggressive then any money put into the pot is now forfeit. (He's not going to fold and you HAVE to win at showdown) If you don't have any fold equity, and no room to shove then it's not worth it. IMO

Sounds like you already know this was a bad idea in this case. Other situations it can be correct against non-thinking players. Jab at a pot, and see if you can create a profitable situation for yourself.