How To Fix CNV_PE871 - Object &1 has wrong type &2

CNV_PE871 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Object &1 has wrong type &2

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CNV_PE871 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE871 indicates that there is a problem with the type of an object in the context of a data conversion or migration process. Specifically, the message states that "Object &1 has wrong type &2," where &1 represents the object name and &2 represents the expected type.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, such as when using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or other data migration tools. The causes can include:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The object being processed has a data type that does not match the expected type defined in the target system or conversion rules.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the migration or conversion process may be incorrect, leading to the system expecting a different type for the object.
  Inconsistent Data: The source data may contain inconsistencies or errors that lead to the system interpreting the object type incorrectly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom