How To Fix KE137 - Changed table & was saved -> Conversion required

KE137 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Changed table & was saved -> Conversion required

What causes this issue?

The structure of table &V1& was changed and saved. However, the table
has already been created in the database system, and therefore needs to
be converted.

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?

Execute transaction SE14 (Database Utility). Enter object class
"Tables". Enter table name &V1&, select "Online" or "Background", and
then press "Convert".
The data in the table is then copied to the new structure, and the
table is activated in the ABAP Dictionary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE137 - Changed table & was saved -> Conversion required ?

  The SAP error message KE137 ("Changed table & was saved -> Conversion required") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with the CO-PA (Profitability Analysis) or other related tables. This error indicates that a table has been modified, and as a result, a conversion of the data is necessary to ensure consistency and integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Structure Change: The error usually arises when there has been a change in the structure of a table that is used in the CO module. This could be due to an upgrade, a configuration change, or a modification made by a developer.
  Data Inconsistency: If the data in the table does not match the expected format or structure after the change, SAP will trigger this error to prevent further processing until the data is converted to the new structure.
  Missing Conversion Program: Sometimes, the necessary conversion program that should be executed after