How To Fix MAT_MESSAGES002 - Conversion error

MAT_MESSAGES002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Conversion error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES002 - Conversion error ?

  The SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES002 typically indicates a conversion error related to material master data. This error can occur during various operations, such as data uploads, material creation, or updates, and is often associated with issues in the data format or data integrity.
  Causes of MAT_MESSAGES002
  
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being uploaded or processed may not conform to the expected format. This can include incorrect data types, invalid characters, or improperly formatted fields.
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: If mandatory fields in the material master data are not filled out, it can lead to conversion errors.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: Data that does not match the expected values or ranges (e.g., invalid units of measure, incorrect material types) can trigger this error.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the material master or related modules can lead to conversion errors.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatches: If the data being processed does not match the expected data types (e.g., numeric fields receiving text),