How To Fix CRM_FS_XPRA01002 - The table is being converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FS_XPRA01 - Messages for XPRA CRMC_CP_2000138

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The table is being converted

What causes this issue?

The XPRA report detected that a conversion of the fields in table
CRMC_LEAS_PROCES to table CRMC_CP_2000138 is required. This conversion
will be performed now.
The fields provided by SAP in table CRMC_CP_2000138 will be overwritten
with the customer Customizing.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FS_XPRA01002 - The table is being converted ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FS_XPRA01002 indicates that a specific table is currently undergoing a conversion process. This typically occurs during system upgrades or when applying support packages, particularly in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a table that is required for a transaction or operation is in the process of being converted. This can happen due to:
  
  Ongoing Upgrade or Support Package Installation: The system is in the middle of an upgrade or applying a support package that involves changes to the database schema.
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes to the structure of the database tables, such as adding or modifying fields, which require a conversion process.
  Long-running Conversion Jobs: If the conversion job is taking longer than expected, it may lead to this error when other processes try to access the table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Upgrade/Conversion:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any jobs related to the conversion of the table in question.
  If a job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  
  
  
  Monitor the Conversion Process:
  
  If the conversion process is taking too long, you may need to investigate the performance of the system or check for any locks that might be causing delays.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the conversion is taking longer than expected. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Restart the Conversion Job:
  
  If the conversion job has failed or is stuck, you may need to restart it. This should be done with caution and ideally during a maintenance window.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on handling table conversions. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) for managing and monitoring database objects and jobs.
  System Performance: Ensure that your system has adequate resources (CPU, memory, disk space) to handle the conversion processes efficiently.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before performing upgrades or significant changes to the database schema.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CRM_FS_XPRA01002 error effectively.