How To Fix MFLE_TOOLS087 - MATNR conversion failed, workitem ID = &1, element = &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MFLE_TOOLS - Msg Type for MFLE_TOOLS

• Message number: 087

• Message text: MATNR conversion failed, workitem ID = &1, element = &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MFLE_TOOLS087 - MATNR conversion failed, workitem ID = &1, element = &2 ?

  The SAP error message MFLE_TOOLS087 indicates that there was a failure in converting a material number (MATNR) during a process, and it provides a work item ID and an element that can help in diagnosing the issue. This error typically occurs in the context of data processing or integration scenarios, such as during the execution of batch jobs, data uploads, or when interfacing with other systems.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Material Number: The material number being processed may not exist in the system or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Data Type Mismatch: There could be a mismatch in the expected data type for the material number, such as length or character set.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or related settings in the system.
  Data Corruption: The data being processed may be corrupted or not conforming to the expected standards.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Number: Verify that the material number referenced in the error message exists in the system and is correctly formatted.
  Review Data Input: Ensure that the data being processed is valid and conforms to the expected format and length for material numbers.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to material management and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the process to identify where the conversion is failing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the material data.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to look into transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM01 (Create Material) to verify the material data.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and data processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.