How To Fix CLS_S4_CONV016 - Invalid call; Object key short version cannot be created

CLS_S4_CONV016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLS_S4_CONV - S/4 HANA: Classification Conversion Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Invalid call; Object key short version cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLS_S4_CONV016 - Invalid call; Object key short version cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message CLS_S4_CONV016 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of an object key in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to create a short version of an object key due to invalid or incomplete data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Object Key: The object key being processed may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from generating the short version of the object key.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that affect how object keys are handled.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or manipulate the object key.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Key: Verify that the object key you are trying to use is valid and exists in