How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN502 - Only one data type of characteristic values is supported in &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Only one data type of characteristic values is supported in &1, item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN502 - Only one data type of characteristic values is supported in &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN502 indicates that there is an issue with the data types of characteristic values in a specific context, typically during a data migration or conversion process using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC). This error occurs when the system detects that multiple data types are being used for characteristic values in a single item, which is not supported.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the data being processed contains characteristic values that are of different data types (e.g., a mix of numeric and alphanumeric values) for the same characteristic in the specified item. This inconsistency violates the requirement that only one data type can be used for characteristic values in a single item.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Item and Characteristic: Check the error message details to identify the specific item (&2) and the characteristic (&1) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Review the Data: Examine the data being migrated for the identified characteristic. Look for any inconsistencies in the data types. For example, ensure that all values for a characteristic are either all numeric or all alphanumeric.
  
  
  Data Cleansing: If you find mixed data types, you will need to cleanse the data:
  
  Convert all values to a single data type that is appropriate for the characteristic.
  Remove or correct any invalid entries that do not conform to the expected data type.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Migration: After making the necessary adjustments to the data, re-run the migration process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Check Mapping and Configuration: Ensure that the mapping and configuration settings in the migration tool are correctly set up to handle the data types as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Data Migration Cockpit Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Data Migration Cockpit for best practices and guidelines on handling characteristic values and data types.
  Testing: Before performing a full migration, consider running a test migration with a smaller dataset to ensure that the data types are consistent and that the migration process works as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_DMC_SIN502 error and successfully complete your data migration.