How To Fix MDG_MDF8112 - Characteristic values of the characteristic changes cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF8 - Change Management

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Characteristic values of the characteristic changes cannot be converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF8112 - Characteristic values of the characteristic changes cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF8112, which states "Characteristic values of the characteristic changes cannot be converted," typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there are issues related to the conversion of characteristic values during data processing or data model changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The characteristic values being processed may not be consistent with the expected format or data type. This can happen if the values do not match the defined domain or if there are invalid characters.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as changes to the characteristics or their definitions, existing values may no longer be valid.
  Missing or Incorrect Mapping: If there is a mapping issue between the source and target systems or between different versions of the data model, this can lead to conversion errors.
  Custom Logic: If there is custom logic implemented in the MDG process that handles characteristic