How To Fix IU071 - Usage of ICNV discontinued with SAP_BASIS > 753

IU071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IU - Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Usage of ICNV discontinued with SAP_BASIS > 753

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IU071 - Usage of ICNV discontinued with SAP_BASIS > 753 ?

  The SAP error message IU071 indicates that the usage of the function module ICNV has been discontinued in SAP systems with the basis version greater than 753. This is part of SAP's ongoing efforts to improve performance and maintainability by phasing out older, less efficient methods in favor of newer, more robust solutions.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the ICNV function module was used for internal conversions in older versions of SAP, but it has been deprecated in favor of newer methods. When you attempt to use this function module in a system with a basis version higher than 753, the system will throw this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Code: Locate the code or program that is calling the ICNV function module. This could be in custom ABAP programs, enhancements, or standard SAP programs.
  
  
  Replace with Alternative: Replace the usage of ICNV with the recommended alternatives. Depending on what