How To Fix CNV_PE162 - Target &1 is not a valid target

CNV_PE162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Target &1 is not a valid target

What causes this issue?

Target <ZH>&V1&</> (or system type) is not a supported target. Further
processing is stopped.
Technical target identifier: <ZH>&V2&</>

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the target settings of the current activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNV_PE162 - Details

• The SAP error message "CNV_PE162 Target &1 is not a valid target" typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or SAP Data Services tools. This error indicates that the specified target system or target object is not recognized as valid by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Target Specification: The target system or object specified in the migration or conversion process may be incorrectly defined or does not exist.
  
  Configuration Issues: The target system may not be properly configured in the SAP system landscape.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system or object.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as connectivity problems between the source and target systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Target Specification:
  
  Check the target system or object name specified in the migration settings. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  If using a