How To Fix DB128 - System variants: VARIT NOT completely converted (only & out of & entries)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 128

• Message text: System variants: VARIT NOT completely converted (only & out of & entries)

What causes this issue?

In ABAP Release 5.0, the technical storage of selection variants on the
database has been changed. In this context, system variants (name begins
with SAP<(>&<)> or CUS<(>&<)>) have been stored in cross-client tables.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB128 - System variants: VARIT NOT completely converted (only & out of & entries) ?

  The SAP error message DB128 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of system variants in the database. Specifically, it means that not all entries of a particular variant have been successfully converted during a system upgrade or migration process. The message typically states that only a certain number of entries (represented by &) have been converted out of the total number of entries.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incomplete Conversion Process: The most common cause of this error is that the conversion process for system variants was interrupted or did not complete successfully. This can happen due to various reasons, such as system crashes, timeouts, or resource limitations during the conversion.
  
  
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues, such as corruption or locking problems, that prevent the complete conversion of the variants.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings or missing parameters in the system can also lead to incomplete conversions.
  
  
  Custom Variants: If there are custom variants that do not conform to the expected format or structure, they may not be converted properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the system logs and conversion logs to identify any specific errors or warnings that occurred during the conversion process. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  
  
  Re-run the Conversion: If the issue is due to an incomplete conversion, you may need to re-run the conversion program or transaction that handles the conversion of system variants. This can often be done through transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute the relevant report.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the conversion process. Use transaction DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to check for database health.
  
  
  Manual Intervention: If certain variants are not converting due to customizations, you may need to manually adjust or recreate those variants in the system.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Support: If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and the error encountered.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and DB02 (Database Performance Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for updates and notes related to your SAP version, as they may contain important information regarding known issues and fixes.
  System Upgrade Documentation: Review the documentation related to your specific SAP upgrade or migration process, as it may contain steps to ensure a successful conversion of system variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the DB128 error and ensure that all system variants are properly converted.