How To Fix CNV20201049 - Prefix delimit. not allowed here

CNV20201049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20201 -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Prefix delimit. not allowed here

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CNV20201049 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV20201049: Prefix delimit. not allowed here 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 format of the data being processed, specifically related to the use of prefix delimiters in the data fields.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The error often arises when the data being imported contains prefix delimiters (like slashes, dashes, or other special characters) that are not allowed in certain fields.
  Field Configuration: The target field in the SAP system may not be configured to accept certain characters or delimiters.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be a mismatch between the source data format and the expected format in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Format: Review the data being imported to ensure that it adheres to the expected format. Remove any prefix delimiters that are not allowed in