How To Fix KE771 - Fatal error during conversion

KE771 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Fatal error during conversion

What causes this issue?

The conversion program has come up against a situation containing
errors.

System Response

This situation causes the system to terminate the program.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE771 - Fatal error during conversion ?

  The SAP error message KE771, which states "Fatal error during conversion," typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or profitability analysis. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes of KE771 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the master data or transaction data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the controlling area, cost centers, or internal orders can lead to conversion errors.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as corruption or issues with the underlying data structure, can trigger this error.
  
  
  Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the transaction can also lead to errors during data processing.
  
  
  Program Errors: Bugs or issues in the custom ABAP programs or enhancements that manipulate CO data can cause