How To Fix 5N885 - Conversion rule & is not valid after &

5N885 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 885

• Message text: Conversion rule & is not valid after &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N885 - Conversion rule & is not valid after & ?

  The SAP error message 5N885, which states "Conversion rule & is not valid after &," typically occurs in the context of data conversion or mapping processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with data transfer or transformation scenarios. This error indicates that there is an issue with the conversion rules defined for a specific field or data element after a certain point in the process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Conversion Rule: The conversion rule specified is not valid for the data type or context in which it is being used.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being processed does not match the expected data type for the conversion rule.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the conversion rules may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Versioning Issues: If the conversion rules were updated or changed, the system may still be referencing an outdated version.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Conversion Rules: Review the conversion rules defined in the system. Ensure that they are correctly configured and