How To Fix CNV_OT_PCL016 - Preselection table &1 (&2) has been deleted in target '&3'

CNV_OT_PCL016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OT_PCL - Messages for PCL of generic OBT parts

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Preselection table &1 (&2) has been deleted in target '&3'

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CNV_OT_PCL016 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_OT_PCL016 indicates that a preselection table, which is part of a data migration or conversion process, has been deleted in the target system. This error typically arises during the execution of a data migration project, particularly when using SAP's tools for data transfer, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data conversion tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Deletion of Preselection Table: The specific preselection table referenced in the error message has been deleted from the target system. This could happen due to:
  
  Manual deletion by a user or administrator.
  An issue during the migration process that led to the table being dropped.
  A misconfiguration in the migration settings or parameters.
  
  
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: The target system may not have the expected data model or structure that the migration process relies on, leading to missing tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Target System Configuration: The target system may not be properly set up to receive the data from the