How To Fix CNV257 - For domain &, data element & and convfunc &, source package is not unique
SAP Error Message - Details
Message type: E = Error
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Message class:
CNV - Conversion: Messages for Conversion Services (CNCC) -
Message number: 257
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Message text: For domain &, data element & and convfunc &, source package is not unique
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What causes this issue?
The combination
domain &V1&
data element &V2&
routine &V3&
occurs in more than one source package. This causes a conflict.System Response
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
How to fix this error?
Set field source package for the domain / data element manually.
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CNV257- For domain &, data element & and convfunc &, source package is not unique ?The SAP error message CNV257 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 there is an issue with the uniqueness of the source package for a specific domain, data element, and conversion function. Cause: The error message "For domain &, data element &, and convfunc &, source package is not unique" suggests that the system has encountered multiple source packages that match the criteria defined for the specified domain, data element, and conversion function. This can happen due to: Duplicate Entries: There are multiple entries in the source data that correspond to the same domain and data element, leading to ambiguity in the conversion process. Configuration Issues: The configuration of the migration or conversion process may not be set up correctly, causing the system to misinterpret the source data. Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure may have resulted in multiple valid mappings for the same data element. Solution: To resolve the CNV257 error, you can take the following steps: Check Source Data: Review the source data for duplicates or inconsistencies. Ensure that there is a unique mapping for each entry in the source data to the target data model. Review Configuration: Examine the configuration settings for the migration or conversion process. Ensure that the mappings for the domain, data element, and conversion function
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