How To Fix CNV161 - Table &1 configured not to use Drop/Insert technique.

CNV161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV - Conversion: Messages for Conversion Services (CNCC)

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Table &1 configured not to use Drop/Insert technique.

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CNV161 - Details

• The SAP error message "CNV161 Table &1 configured not to use Drop/Insert technique" typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools. This error indicates that the specified table (denoted by &1) is not set up to utilize the Drop/Insert technique, which is a method used to optimize data loading by dropping existing data and inserting new data in bulk.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The table in question has been configured in such a way that it does not allow the Drop/Insert method. This could be due to specific settings in the migration configuration or restrictions based on the table's structure or relationships.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The table may have foreign key constraints, triggers, or other dependencies that prevent the use of the Drop/Insert technique.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or enhancements in place that dictate how data should be handled