How To Fix FZ219 - Individual characters could not be converted from code page & to Code P.&


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

  • Message number: 219

  • Message text: Individual characters could not be converted from code page & to Code P.&

  • Show details Hide details
  • What causes this issue?

    Individual characters could not be converted from code page &V1& to
    code page &V2&

    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?

    If you want to convert the file to another code page before download
    you have to assign this code page to the user parameter DCP in your
    user data. If you definitely do not want any conversion then set DCP to
    NONE.

    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 FZ219 - Individual characters could not be converted from code page & to Code P.& ?

    The SAP error message FZ219 indicates that there is an issue with character encoding during data processing. Specifically, it means that certain individual characters in the source code page could not be converted to the target code page. This typically occurs when there are characters in the source data that do not have a corresponding representation in the target code page.

    Cause:

    1. Character Set Mismatch: The source data contains characters that are not supported by the target code page. This often happens when data is transferred between systems that use different character encodings.
    2. Data Corruption: If the data has been corrupted or improperly encoded, it may contain invalid characters that cannot be converted.
    3. Incorrect Configuration: The SAP system may not be configured correctly to handle the specific character sets being used.

    Solution:

    1. Identify the Code Pages: Determine the source and target code pages involved in the conversion. You can check the code page settings in the SAP system.
    2. Data Cleansing: Review the data for any invalid or unsupported characters. You may need to cleanse the data to remove or replace these characters.
    3. Change Code Page Settings: If possible, adjust the code page settings in the SAP system to ensure compatibility between the source and target data.
    4. Use Unicode: If your system supports it, consider migrating to Unicode, which can handle a much wider range of characters and can help avoid such issues.
    5. SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling character conversion issues.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check user settings related to code pages.
    • SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for information on character sets and code pages.
    • SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.

    If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.

    • Do you have any question about this error?


      Upgrade now to chat with this error.


Instant HelpGet instant SAP help. Start your 7-day free trial now.


Related SAP Error Messages

Click the links below to see the following related messages:

Click on this link to search all SAP messages.


Rating
ERPlingo's SAP support assistant is amazing. Saves me countless hours trying to solve complex SAP issues myself. It's a real game changer!
Rate 1
Thomas Michael
SAP Consultant, Author & Speaker