How To Fix GT280 - Request: Force conversion &

GT280 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Request: Force conversion &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT280 - Request: Force conversion & ?

  The SAP error message GT280, which states "Request: Force conversion &", typically occurs during the data transport process, particularly when there is an issue with the data types or formats being transported between different systems or environments. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the import of transport requests or when there are inconsistencies in the data definitions.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the source system do not match those in the target system. This can happen if there have been changes to data definitions or if the systems are not aligned in terms of data structure.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data being transported contains values that cannot be converted to the expected format in the target system, this error may occur.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request itself may be corrupted or improperly configured, leading to issues during the import process.
  Version Differences: Differences in SAP versions or