How To Fix CLES004 - Conversion error: Read container

CLES004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLES - Indexing for Classification System

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Conversion error: Read container

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLES004 - Conversion error: Read container ?

  The SAP error message CLES004, which states "Conversion error: Read container," typically occurs in the context of data conversion processes, particularly when dealing with the conversion of data types or structures in SAP systems. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, data migrations, or when processing data in specific transactions.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data being processed. For example, if a numeric field is expected but a character string is provided, this can lead to a conversion error.
  
  
  Corrupted Data: If the data being read from a container (like a database table or an internal table) is corrupted or not formatted correctly, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for data conversion or the data model may not align with the actual data being processed.
  
  
  Missing Data: If