How To Fix CNV_MBT038 - Source package &1 &2 does not exist

CNV_MBT038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT - PCL message class

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Source package &1 &2 does not exist

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CNV_MBT038 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_MBT038 indicates that a source package specified in a migration or conversion process does not exist. This error typically arises during data migration activities, especially when using SAP's Migration Cockpit or other data transfer tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Package Name: The specified source package name may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the migration configuration.
  Package Not Created: The source package may not have been created or activated in the system prior to the migration attempt.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified package.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the migration tool setup that prevent the package from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Package Name: Check the package name in the migration configuration to ensure it is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  Create/Activate Package: If the package does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., using