How To Fix KX722 - CPIC &: Conversion error occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 722

• Message text: CPIC &: Conversion error occurred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX722 - CPIC &: Conversion error occurred ?

  The SAP error message KX722, which states "CPIC &: Conversion error occurred," typically indicates that there is a problem with data conversion during a communication process between SAP systems or between an SAP system and an external system. This error is often related to issues with character encoding, data types, or data formats.
  Causes:
  
  Character Encoding Issues: The data being sent or received may contain characters that cannot be properly converted due to mismatched character sets (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ISO-8859-1).
  Data Type Mismatches: The data types expected by the receiving system may not match the data types being sent, leading to conversion errors.
  Invalid Data Formats: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format (e.g., date formats, numeric formats).
  Network Issues: Sometimes, network problems can lead to incomplete data transmission, resulting in conversion errors.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the external system can lead to conversion errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Character Encoding: Ensure that both the sending and receiving systems are using compatible character encodings. You may need to adjust the settings in the SAP system or the external system to match.
  Validate Data Types: Review the data being sent to ensure that it matches the expected data types in the receiving system. Make necessary adjustments to the data format.
  Format Data Correctly: Ensure that all data adheres to the expected formats, especially for dates and numbers. Use appropriate conversion functions if necessary.
  Review Network Configuration: Check for any network issues that may be causing data corruption during transmission. Ensure that the network is stable and properly configured.
  Check SAP Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP related to the communication process. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to capture more detailed information about the error. This can help identify the specific data or process causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the KX722 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to investigate further and gather more context about the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance.