How To Fix CM_WEB_MESSAGE_ERROR114 - ICM: Conversion Problem

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_WEB_MESSAGE_ERROR - Message Class for CX_WEB_MESSAGE_ERROR

• Message number: 114

• Message text: ICM: Conversion Problem

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_WEB_MESSAGE_ERROR114 - ICM: Conversion Problem ?

  The SAP error message CM_WEB_MESSAGE_ERROR114 ICM: Conversion Problem typically indicates an issue related to the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) in SAP systems. This error can occur when there is a problem with data conversion, often related to character encoding or data format mismatches during communication between the SAP system and external systems or clients.
  Causes:
  
  Character Encoding Issues: The data being sent or received may not be in the expected character encoding format, leading to conversion problems.
  Data Format Mismatch: The data format expected by the ICM may not match the format being sent, causing conversion errors.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the ICM configuration or in the application server settings can lead to conversion problems.
  Network Issues: Problems in the network layer that affect data transmission can also lead to conversion errors.
  Corrupted Data: If the data being processed is corrupted or malformed, it can trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Character Encoding: Ensure that the character encoding settings in both the SAP system and the external system are compatible. Common encodings include UTF-8, ISO-8859-1, etc.
  Review ICM Configuration: Check the ICM configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the parameters related to data conversion and encoding are correctly set.
  Analyze Logs: Review the ICM logs and application logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the specific cause of the conversion problem.
  Test Data: If possible, test with different sets of data to identify if the issue is related to specific data inputs.
  Update SAP System: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as these may contain fixes for known issues.
  Network Diagnostics: If network issues are suspected, perform diagnostics to ensure that there are no connectivity problems affecting data transmission.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the ICM and conversion problems. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ICM and data conversion to understand the expected configurations and best practices.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.