How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E221 - The InfoObject &1 doesnt use Alpha conversion in the InfoSource &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 221

• Message text: The InfoObject &1 doesnt use Alpha conversion in the InfoSource &2.

What causes this issue?

System Response

InfoObject &v1& makes 'ALPHA' routine as the conversion routine.
But InfoSource &v2& doesnt make use of the ALPHA conversion routine for
InfoObject &v1&.

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E221 - The InfoObject &1 doesnt use Alpha conversion in the InfoSource &2. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E221 indicates that there is an issue with the InfoObject not using alpha conversion in the specified InfoSource. Alpha conversion is a process in SAP that ensures that the values of certain characteristics (InfoObjects) are stored in a consistent format, particularly for key fields.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  InfoObject Configuration: The InfoObject in question is not set up to use alpha conversion. This can happen if the InfoObject is defined as a non-characteristic or if it has been configured incorrectly.
  Data Source Mismatch: The InfoSource may be expecting the InfoObject to have alpha conversion applied, but the InfoObject itself does not have this setting enabled.
  Data Loading Issues: If you are trying to load data into a Data Warehouse or InfoCube, and the source data does not match the expected format, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Select the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Check the settings for alpha conversion. Ensure that the "Use Alpha Conversion" option is enabled for the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Review InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Check the configuration of the InfoSource to ensure that it is correctly set up to handle the InfoObject with alpha conversion.
  
  
  
  Data Source Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being loaded into the InfoSource is in the correct format. If the source data does not conform to the expected format, you may need to transform it before loading.
  
  
  
  Re-activate InfoSource:
  
  After making changes to the InfoObject or InfoSource, you may need to re-activate the InfoSource to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the InfoObject is used in multiple InfoSources or InfoCubes, ensure that all related objects are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Alpha Conversion: This is a feature in SAP BW that ensures that key fields are stored in a consistent format. It is particularly important for fields that are used as keys in data models.
  InfoObject Types: Understand the different types of InfoObjects (characteristics, key figures, etc.) and their configurations.
  Data Loading Process: Familiarize yourself with the data loading process in SAP BW, including the use of DataSources, InfoSources, and InfoProviders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider consulting SAP documentation or reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.