How To Fix CONV221 - Error while starting command: &1&2&3&4

CONV221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Error while starting command: &1&2&3&4

What causes this issue?

An error occured while calling the the command &V1&&V2&&V3&&V4& that
should have started a program on the conversion server.

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

Verify that the program named can be started on the covnersion server.
Especially ensure that the path to the program is set before calling
ConvUtil.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONV221 - Error while starting command: &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message CONV221 typically indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of data types or formats when executing a command in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data uploads, report executions, or when running specific transactions.
  Causes of CONV221 Error
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error often arises when there is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data being processed. For example, trying to convert a string to a number when the string contains non-numeric characters.
  
  
  Invalid Input Data: If the input data contains invalid characters or formats that cannot be processed, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or in the specific transaction can lead to this error.
  
  
  Program Logic Errors: There may be bugs or logical errors in the ABAP code that is being executed, leading to unexpected data handling.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems