How To Fix CNV_PE273 - Existing transformation rule &1 must first be renamed

CNV_PE273 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Existing transformation rule &1 must first be renamed

What causes this issue?

Transformation rule name:,,&V1&
Transformation rule ID:,,&V2&
Repository name:,,&V3&
Repository ID:,,&V4&

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNV_PE273 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE273 indicates that there is an existing transformation rule with the same name as the one you are trying to create or modify. This typically occurs in the context of data migration or transformation processes, particularly when using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or SAP Data Services.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  You are attempting to create a new transformation rule with a name that already exists in the system.
  The existing transformation rule must be renamed or deleted before you can create a new one with the same name.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Existing Transformation Rule:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the existing transformation rule.
  You can also check the relevant tables or configuration settings where transformation rules are stored.
  
  
  
  Rename the Existing Rule:
  
  If the existing transformation rule is still needed, consider renaming it to a different