How To Fix /BEV4/PLPEND096 - Ext. object description differs from entry 'Object conversion': &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Ext. object description differs from entry 'Object conversion': &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND096 - Ext. object description differs from entry 'Object conversion': &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND096 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Suite, particularly when dealing with the conversion of external objects in the context of the SAP Business Workflow or related processes. The error message indicates that there is a discrepancy between the external object description and the entry for 'Object conversion'.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Mismatch in Object Descriptions: The external object description does not match the expected format or value defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or configuration.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the database, such as missing or incorrect entries related to the object being processed.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the object conversion may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches during processing.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be issues with the transport that caused the object descriptions to be inconsistent.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Descriptions: Verify the external object description against the expected values in the system. Ensure that they match and are correctly configured.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Go through the configuration settings related to the object conversion process. Make sure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data related to the object. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to identify and correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and validate that all objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or adjust the configuration in the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.