How To Fix CNV_00001216 - Conversion routine for field &2 of table &1 was not defined.

CNV_00001216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_00001 - Message class for CWB settings maintenance programs

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Conversion routine for field &2 of table &1 was not defined.

What causes this issue?

Conversion routine for field &V2& of table &V1& is not defined.

System Response

Without valid conversion routine for field &V2& of table &V1& the
conversion of this field cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Assign suitable conversion routine to the field &V2& of table &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNV_00001216 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_00001216 indicates that a conversion routine for a specific field in a table has not been defined. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Migration tools or during system upgrades.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Routine: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to convert data for a field in a table, but there is no conversion routine defined for that specific field.
  Custom Fields: If the field is a custom field or part of a custom table, it may not have a corresponding conversion routine defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the data migration or conversion process, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate routine.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Conversion Routine:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can create a conversion routine for the specified field.