How To Fix CPE_INTERFACE212 - Conversion Rule of Form. Conversion data record of key &1, &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_INTERFACE - CPE IInterface Message Class

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Conversion Rule of Form. Conversion data record of key &1, &2 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_INTERFACE212 - Conversion Rule of Form. Conversion data record of key &1, &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message CPE_INTERFACE212 indicates that there is an issue with a conversion rule in the context of data conversion or mapping. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid conversion data record for a specific key. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Conversion Data Record: The error suggests that the conversion data record associated with the specified key (indicated by &1 and &2) is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect entries in the conversion table.
  Data type mismatches between the source and target fields.
  Incorrect configuration of the conversion rules.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If the conversion rules or mappings have not been set up correctly in the system, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If the data being processed does not conform to the expected format or values defined in the conversion rules, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Conversion Rules:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., CPE1, CPE2, or similar) to review the conversion rules and mappings.
  Ensure that the conversion data record for the specified key exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being processed to ensure it matches the expected format and values defined in the conversion rules.
  Look for any discrepancies or missing values that could lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct Entries:
  
  If you find any invalid or missing entries in the conversion table, update or correct them as necessary.
  Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types are compatible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the conversion rules and how they should be configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the data conversion works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing conversion rules, such as CPE1 (for creating conversion rules) and CPE2 (for changing them).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.