How To Fix DB674 - Conversion errors occurred; not all values were applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 674

• Message text: Conversion errors occurred; not all values were applied

What causes this issue?

When operation is performed more than once, not all the values can be
converted to the internal field format.

System Response

Values were not copied over.

How to fix this error?

Try to enter the missing values manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB674 - Conversion errors occurred; not all values were applied ?

  The SAP error message DB674 indicates that there were conversion errors during the processing of data, which means that not all values could be applied to the database. This error typically occurs in the context of database operations, such as when data is being inserted, updated, or transformed.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being processed may not match the expected data types in the database schema. For example, trying to insert a string into a numeric field.
  Invalid Data Format: The data may be in an incorrect format, such as date formats that do not match the expected format in the database.
  Null Values: Attempting to insert or update records with null values in fields that do not allow nulls.
  Data Length Exceeded: The length of the data being inserted may exceed the defined length of the database field.
  Character Set Issues: If the data contains special characters or is in a different character set than what the database expects, it can lead to conversion errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the fields in the database and ensure that the data being processed matches these types.
  Validate Data Format: Ensure that the data being inserted or updated is in the correct format. For example, check date formats and numeric formats.
  Handle Null Values: Ensure that any fields that do not allow null values are populated with valid data.
  Trim Data Length: If the data length exceeds the defined length in the database, consider truncating the data or increasing the field size in the database schema.
  Character Set Compatibility: Ensure that the data being processed is compatible with the character set used by the database.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Logs: Check the transaction logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into which specific values caused the conversion errors.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify the specific data causing the issue.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before attempting to write to the database to catch potential issues early.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.