How To Fix HR99S00_FILE001 - Converting data to code page &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR99S00_FILE - Messages for file handling

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Converting data to code page &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR99S00_FILE001 - Converting data to code page &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message HR99S00_FILE001 indicates that there was a failure in converting data to a specified code page. This typically occurs during data import or export processes, especially when dealing with files that contain character data that needs to be converted to a different encoding.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Code Pages: The source file may be using a character encoding that is not compatible with the target code page specified in the SAP system.
  Corrupted Data: The data in the file may be corrupted or contain invalid characters that cannot be converted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The code page settings in the SAP system may not be configured correctly for the data being processed.
  Missing Language Support: The required language or character set may not be supported in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Code Page Settings: Verify that the code page specified in the SAP system matches the encoding of the source file. You can check the code page settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or RZ10 (Profile Parameters).
  
  
  Convert the File Encoding: If the source file is in a different encoding, consider converting it to the appropriate code page before importing it into SAP. Tools like iconv or text editors can be used for this purpose.
  
  
  Validate the Data: Open the source file in a text editor that supports different encodings and check for any corrupted or invalid characters. Clean up the data if necessary.
  
  
  Use a Different File Format: If possible, try using a different file format that may be more compatible with the SAP system.
  
  
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance on resolving specific issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to data import/export and character encoding to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Code Pages: Code pages are used to define the character set and encoding for data. Common code pages include UTF-8, ISO-8859-1, and Windows-1252.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) for running programs, SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking table definitions, and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for analyzing runtime errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.