How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN201 - Unexpected value &1 in the field Characteristic Name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_SIN - Messages for s-innovations migration

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Unexpected value &1 in the field Characteristic Name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN201 - Unexpected value &1 in the field Characteristic Name ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN201 indicates that there is an unexpected value in the field "Characteristic Name" during a data migration or conversion process, typically related to the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools used for data transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Name: The value in the "Characteristic Name" field does not match the expected format or predefined values in the system.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be discrepancies in the mapping of data from the source system to the target system.
  Configuration Errors: The configuration settings for the migration process may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected values being processed.
  Data Quality Issues: The source data may contain invalid or unexpected entries that do not conform to the expected standards.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Characteristic Name: Review the value in the "Characteristic Name" field and ensure it adheres to the expected naming conventions and formats defined in your SAP system.
  Data Mapping Review: Verify the mapping of the source data to the target fields. Ensure that the characteristic names are correctly defined and match the expected values in the target system.
  Configuration Verification: Check the configuration settings for the migration process. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up and that there are no missing configurations.
  Data Cleansing: If the source data contains invalid entries, perform data cleansing to correct or remove these entries before attempting the migration again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or migration guides related to the specific migration scenario you are working on for any additional requirements or constraints regarding characteristic names.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, conduct a test migration with a smaller dataset to ensure that the issue has been resolved before proceeding with the full migration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.