How To Fix MA078 - Conversion error: not possible to convert from & to &

MA078 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Conversion error: not possible to convert from & to &

What causes this issue?

You have tried to convert from one currency to another.

System Response

The conversion cannot be carried out because no conversion factor
has been maintained for this combination of currencies.

How to fix this error?

Ask your systems administrator to maintain the conversion factor
in Customizing (under <LS>Global settings</>).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA078 - Conversion error: not possible to convert from & to & ?

  The SAP error message MA078, which states "Conversion error: not possible to convert from & to &," typically occurs when there is an issue with data type conversion in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The most common cause is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being processed. For example, trying to convert a string to a numeric type when the string contains non-numeric characters.
  Invalid Data Format: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format. For instance, a date might be in an incorrect format that cannot be converted to the required format.
  Null or Empty Values: Attempting to convert null or empty values can also lead to this error.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might not handle data conversions