How To Fix /BCV/CFG217 - Conversion exit &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Conversion exit &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG217 - Conversion exit &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG217 Conversion exit &1 is unknown typically indicates that the system is trying to use a conversion exit that has not been defined or is not available in the system. Conversion exits are used in SAP to convert data from one format to another, often for display purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Exit: The specified conversion exit (denoted by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the conversion exit being called.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration or the data element that is supposed to use the conversion exit may not be set up correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly upgraded or has had transports moved, the conversion exit may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existence: Verify if the conversion exit exists in the system. You can do this by checking the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and looking for the conversion exit in the relevant data element or domain.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that the name of the conversion exit is spelled correctly in the code or configuration where it is being called.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the data element or field that is using the conversion exit. Ensure that it is correctly set up to use the intended conversion exit.
  Create the Conversion Exit: If the conversion exit does not exist and is required, you may need to create it using transaction SE37 (Function Builder) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects, including conversion exits, were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your SAP version for more details on conversion exits.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific conversion exit or error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community or other forums may have discussions or solutions related to this specific error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation.