How To Fix CONV211 - The return value of the system command for starting the converter is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONV - Messages in Connection with the Converter

• Message number: 211

• Message text: The return value of the system command for starting the converter is &1

What causes this issue?

The converter was started with the system command &V2& &V3& &V4&. An
error occured and the return value of the command is &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Verify whether the converter can be started with the system command. If
it can, please read the documentation for your converters as to the
meaning of the error code.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONV211 - The return value of the system command for starting the converter is &1 ?

  The SAP error message CONV211 indicates an issue with the conversion process, specifically related to the return value of a system command that is supposed to start a converter. This error typically arises during data conversion processes, such as when converting data formats or during data migration tasks.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  System Command Failure: The error suggests that the system command intended to start the converter did not execute successfully. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The converter program is not installed or is missing.
  Incorrect path or permissions for the converter executable.
  The converter is not compatible with the current system or SAP version.
  Environment variables or configurations are not set correctly.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the environment that prevent the converter from starting.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) could also lead to the failure of the command.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Converter Installation: Ensure that the converter program