How To Fix B0191 - & : Start of conversion for client &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B0 - Business Partner General

• Message number: 191

• Message text: & : Start of conversion for client &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B0191 - & : Start of conversion for client & ?

  The SAP error message B0191 typically indicates an issue related to the data conversion process during a client copy or data transfer operation. The message "Start of conversion for client &" suggests that the system is attempting to initiate a conversion process for a specific client, but it has encountered a problem.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that is being converted.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to conversion errors.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or disk space) can cause the conversion process to fail.
  Transport Issues: If the data is being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport files.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the specific cause of the issue.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE14 to check the consistency of the database tables involved in the conversion.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings related to the client copy or data transfer process to ensure they are correct.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion. You can check this using transaction SU53.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure that there is enough memory and disk space available. You can use transaction ST02 for memory analysis and ST06 for system performance.
  Transport Check: If the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary transports have been successfully imported.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for client copy and data transfer processes to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.