How To Fix CNV_PE578 - DDIC type &1 is not a database table

CNV_PE578 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 578

• Message text: DDIC type &1 is not a database table

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CNV_PE578 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE578 indicates that the Data Dictionary (DDIC) type specified (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not recognized as a database table. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's tools for data transfer or transformation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect DDIC Type: The specified DDIC type may not be a valid database table. It could be a structure, view, or another type of DDIC object that is not directly associated with a database table.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the DDIC type, leading to the system not being able to find the corresponding database table.
  Missing Table: The database table may not exist in the system due to an incomplete installation, deletion, or other issues.
  Transport Issues: If the DDIC type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify DDIC Type: Check