How To Fix CNV_20700218 - Handle Old Value => Set as : ' &1 '

CNV_20700218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20700 - Material number conversion

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Handle Old Value => Set as : ' &1 '

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CNV_20700218 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_20700218 typically relates to data conversion issues during a migration or data transfer process, particularly in the context of SAP's data migration tools. This error indicates that there is an issue with handling old values during the conversion process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The old value being processed may not conform to the expected format or range defined in the target system.
  Mapping Issues: There may be a problem with the mapping of old values to new values, especially if the data types or structures have changed.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the migration tool or the source/target systems can lead to this error.
  Missing Data: The old value might be missing or not found in the source data, leading to a failure in the conversion process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the source data for inconsistencies or invalid values that may not be compatible with the target system.
  Review Mapping Rules: Ensure that