How To Fix CNV_PE_UI_IF017 - Structural mapping type &1 with &2 as sender cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_UI_IF -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Structural mapping type &1 with &2 as sender cannot be created

What causes this issue?

You want to create a structural mapping type &V1& with &V2& as sender
interface. Structural mapping of this type requires a receiver
parameter. However, <ZH>no </>ingoing parameters are available in the
receiver interface.

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

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_UI_IF017 - Structural mapping type &1 with &2 as sender cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_UI_IF017 typically occurs in the context of data migration or transformation processes, particularly when using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or SAP Data Services. This error indicates that there is an issue with creating a structural mapping type for a specific sender.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The sender system or the mapping configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in creating the mapping type.
  Missing Metadata: Required metadata for the sender or the target structure may be missing or not properly defined.
  Incompatible Data Types: There may be a mismatch in data types between the source and target structures.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the mapping.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues in the SAP system, such as inconsistencies in the database or application layer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the sender and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  Verify Metadata: Ensure that all required metadata for both the sender and target structures is available and correctly defined in the system.
  Data Type Compatibility: Check the data types of the fields in the source and target structures to ensure they are compatible.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the mapping creation. If not, adjust the user roles accordingly.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LTMC (for migration cockpit) or LTMOM (for migration object modeler) that may be involved in the data migration process.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the components involved in your migration process for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.