How To Fix IU032 - Table & has incorrect type for incremental conversion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IU - Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Table & has incorrect type for incremental conversion

What causes this issue?

In Release 4.0A, only transparent tables can be incrementally
converted.

System Response

The table is not prepared for conversion.

How to fix this error?

Use the standard converter (database utility, transaction SE14)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IU032 - Table & has incorrect type for incremental conversion ?

  The SAP error message IU032, which states that "Table & has incorrect type for incremental conversion," typically occurs during the data extraction or conversion process in SAP, particularly when working with the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or during data migration activities. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected data type for a specific table during an incremental data load.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the data type of a field in the source system does not match the expected data type in the target system (e.g., BW). This can happen if the source table has been modified or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data source or the InfoObject may not be set up correctly, leading to type mismatches.
  
  
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been recent changes to the underlying database structure or the data model, it may lead to discrepancies in the expected data types.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: If the data being loaded contains values that do not conform to the expected data type (e.g., trying to load a string into a numeric field), this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types of the fields in both the source and target systems. Ensure that they match and are compatible for the incremental load.
  
  
  Update Data Source: If there have been changes in the source table structure, update the data source in SAP BW to reflect these changes. This may involve adjusting the data source settings or reactivating the data source.
  
  
  Adjust InfoObjects: If the InfoObjects in BW have incorrect data types, you may need to adjust them to match the source data types. This can involve changing the data type in the InfoObject definition.
  
  
  Data Cleansing: Ensure that the data being loaded does not contain any invalid entries that could cause type mismatches. This may involve data cleansing or transformation before loading.
  
  
  Re-activate DataSource: Sometimes, simply reactivating the DataSource in the BW system can resolve the issue. This can be done in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the configuration of your InfoObjects and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for best practices on data modeling and data extraction processes to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have access to logs and additional tools to diagnose the issue.