How To Fix CNV_PE_SEL038 - Preselection tasks ended with unexpected status

CNV_PE_SEL038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_SEL -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Preselection tasks ended with unexpected status

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CNV_PE_SEL038 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE_SEL038 indicates that preselection tasks in a data migration or conversion process have ended with an unexpected status. This error typically arises during the execution of a data migration project, often using tools like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data conversion tools.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the migration tool or the source/target systems can lead to unexpected task statuses.
  Data Quality Problems: Issues with the data being migrated, such as missing mandatory fields, incorrect data formats, or data inconsistencies, can cause the preselection tasks to fail.
  System Performance: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, etc.) or performance bottlenecks can lead to timeouts or failures in task execution.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the migration tasks can prevent successful completion.
  Technical Errors: Bugs or issues in the migration tool or related components can also lead to unexpected statuses.
  
  Solutions:
  
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