How To Fix CNV_12000008 - Text for &1 : &2 in language: &3

CNV_12000008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_12000 - Messages for shorttext and description conversion

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Text for &1 : &2 in language: &3

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CNV_12000008 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_12000008 typically relates to issues encountered during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's tools for data transfer or transformation. The message format indicates that there is a problem with the text or description for a specific object or entity, which is not available in the specified language.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The error usually arises when the system is trying to retrieve a text or description for an object (like a material, customer, etc.) that does not exist in the specified language.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not be configured correctly, leading to the inability to find the required text.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are performing a data migration, it could be that the data being migrated does not have corresponding texts in the target language.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correct.