How To Fix BUR720 - No records needing conversion have been found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUR - Business Partner Relationships

• Message number: 720

• Message text: No records needing conversion have been found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUR720 - No records needing conversion have been found ?

  The SAP error message BUR720: No records needing conversion have been found typically occurs during the execution of a batch job or a program that is intended to convert data from one format to another, such as during a data migration or upgrade process. This error indicates that the system did not find any records that required conversion based on the criteria specified in the job or program.
  Causes:
  
  No Data to Convert: The most straightforward reason is that there are simply no records in the specified table or dataset that meet the criteria for conversion.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the conversion program may not match any existing records. This could be due to incorrect parameters or filters.
  Data Already Converted: If the records have already been converted in a previous run, there will be no records left to convert.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the conversion program or the environment that prevent it from identifying records that need conversion.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the program from accessing the necessary data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there are records in the database that actually need conversion. You can do this by querying the relevant tables directly.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the conversion program are correct and that they match the records you expect to convert.
  Run a Different Job: If the records have already been converted, you may need to run a different job or program that processes new records or performs a different task.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the conversion program to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to data conversion, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs and traces generated during the execution of the job to gather more information about why no records were found.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.