How To Fix CNV_IUUC_REPLICATION335 - Instance number cannot be non-numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_IUUC_REPLICATION - IUUC replication messages (HANA)

• Message number: 335

• Message text: Instance number cannot be non-numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_IUUC_REPLICATION335 - Instance number cannot be non-numeric ?

  The SAP error message CNV_IUUC_REPLICATION335 indicates that there is an issue with the instance number being non-numeric. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) replication, where the system expects a numeric value for the instance number but receives a non-numeric input instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The instance number may have been incorrectly configured in the SLT settings or during the setup of the replication process.
  Data Input Error: There might be a data entry error where a non-numeric character (like a letter or special character) has been mistakenly entered in a field that requires a numeric instance number.
  System or Programmatic Error: A bug or issue in the program or script that is handling the instance number could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the SLT configuration settings and verify that the instance number is set correctly. Ensure that it is a numeric value.
  If you are using a custom program or script, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the instance number as a numeric value.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that all instance numbers are numeric. If you find any non-numeric values, correct them.
  If the instance number is being pulled from a database or external source, ensure that the source data is clean and formatted correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with details about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SLT Replication: Understand the basics of SAP Landscape Transformation and how it handles data replication between systems.
  Error Logs: Review the SLT error logs for additional context or related errors that might provide more insight into the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SLT to understand the expected formats and configurations for instance numbers and other parameters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CNV_IUUC_REPLICATION335 error.