How To Fix KY139 - Error during conversion of & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Error during conversion of & &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the conversion of the field specified.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY139 - Error during conversion of & & ?

  The SAP error message KY139, which states "Error during conversion of & &," typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when there is an issue with the conversion of data types or formats. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions, executing reports, or during data uploads.
  Causes of KY139 Error:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The error often indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected data type. For example, a numeric field may be receiving a string value or an incorrect format.
  Invalid Characters: The presence of invalid characters in the data being processed can lead to conversion errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the controlling area or cost center settings may lead to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: If the master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) is incomplete or incorrectly set up, it can cause conversion issues.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If