How To Fix LTR2_CM2WS142 - Business objects with transformation method '&4'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_CM2WS - Apply CM to ES message

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Business objects with transformation method '&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_CM2WS142 - Business objects with transformation method '&4' ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_CM2WS142 typically relates to issues encountered during the transformation of data in SAP BusinessObjects Data Services or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when using a specific transformation method. The error message indicates that there is a problem with the business objects being processed, particularly with the transformation method specified.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Transformation Method: The transformation method specified (indicated by &4 in the error message) may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Data Type Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the expected data types in the transformation and the actual data being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Data Services or BW settings that are causing the transformation to fail.
  Missing or Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of fields between source and target may not be correctly defined, leading to transformation errors.
  Data Quality Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid or unexpected values that cannot be transformed as expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transformation Method: Verify that the transformation method specified in the error message is valid and correctly implemented. Consult the SAP documentation for the correct usage of transformation methods.
  Review Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the source and target fields match and are compatible with the transformation being performed.
  Validate Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP Data Services or BW to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the transformation process.
  Examine Field Mapping: Review the mapping of fields between the source and target to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly mapped and that there are no missing mappings.
  Data Cleansing: Perform data cleansing on the source data to remove or correct any invalid values that may be causing the transformation to fail.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools available in SAP Data Services or BW to trace the transformation process and identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on transformation methods and error handling in SAP Data Services and BW.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.