How To Fix ENHANCEMENT087 - Documentation must be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ENHANCEMENT - SAP customer enhancement project messages

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Documentation must be converted

What causes this issue?

Before documentation can be assigned to a development class, it must be
converted.

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?

Start conversion report RSMODDOU for the enhancement(s) in question.
Remove the flag by "Test run" --> your documentation is converted; now
you can double-click on the list of converted document modules and
assign them development classes.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ENHANCEMENT087 - Documentation must be converted ?

  The SAP error message ENHANCEMENT087 indicates that documentation associated with an enhancement (such as a user exit, BAdI, or enhancement spot) must be converted. This typically occurs when there are changes in the system or when the documentation format has been updated, requiring existing documentation to be converted to the new format.
  Cause:
  
  System Upgrade: The error often arises after an upgrade to a newer version of SAP, where the documentation format has changed.
  Enhancement Implementation: When enhancements are implemented or modified, the associated documentation may need to be updated or converted.
  Missing or Incompatible Documentation: The existing documentation may not be compatible with the current system settings or enhancements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ENHANCEMENT087 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Convert Documentation:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Navigate to the relevant enhancement or BAdI.
  Look for an option to convert or update the documentation. This may be found in the context menu or as a button in the toolbar.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SE19:
  
  If the error is related to BAdIs, you can use transaction SE19 to manage BAdI implementations.
  Check if there is an option to convert the documentation for the specific BAdI implementation.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Notes database for any relevant notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide guidance on how to handle such issues.
  
  
  
  Recreate Documentation:
  
  If conversion does not work, you may need to recreate the documentation manually. Ensure that it adheres to the new format required by the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation Management: Familiarize yourself with how documentation is managed in SAP, especially in relation to enhancements and BAdIs.
  SAP Upgrade Guides: Review any upgrade guides provided by SAP for your specific version, as they often contain information about changes to documentation requirements.
  Training and Resources: Consider training resources or SAP community forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ENHANCEMENT087 error and ensure that your documentation is up to date with the current system requirements.