How To Fix CNV_MBT_SHELL096 - There are no methods assigned for size calculation

CNV_MBT_SHELL096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_SHELL - Shell Creation

• Message number: 096

• Message text: There are no methods assigned for size calculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL096 - There are no methods assigned for size calculation ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_SHELL096 ("There are no methods assigned for size calculation") typically occurs in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Migration Cockpit or similar tools. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any methods defined for calculating the size of the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when the necessary configuration for size calculation methods is not set up in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables or settings.
  Incorrect or Incomplete Migration Objects: If the migration object does not have the required methods assigned for size calculation, this error will occur.
  Transport Issues: If the relevant transport requests containing the necessary configurations have not been imported into the target system, this could lead to the absence of size calculation methods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and ensure