How To Fix CONV248 - Internal and external status were entered

CONV248 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Internal and external status were entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONV248 - Internal and external status were entered ?

  The SAP error message CONV248 typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the internal and external status of a document or transaction in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, processing of documents, or when performing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Issues: The user may have entered an internal status that does not correspond to the external status defined in the system.
  Configuration Problems: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings related to status management in the SAP system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might not be handling status updates correctly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the status values may not have been mapped correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status Configuration: Review the configuration settings for status management in the relevant module (e.g., SD, MM, FI). Ensure that the internal and external statuses are correctly defined and mapped.
  Data Validation: Validate the