How To Fix NRSCNV387 - Data type of compound &1 replacing compound &2 is different

NRSCNV387 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NRSCNV - Message class

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Data type of compound &1 replacing compound &2 is different

What causes this issue?

You want to replace a compounding InfoObject.

System Response

This is not possible. Make sure that the following requirements are met:
The data type and length of the compound to replace the previous
compound must match
The only filling method allowed is a 1:1 mapping to the previous
compound.

How to fix this error?

If any of these requirements are not met, modify the operation
accordingly or select another InfoObject as a replacement.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NRSCNV387 - Data type of compound &1 replacing compound &2 is different ?

  The SAP error message NRSCNV387 indicates that there is a data type mismatch between two compounds in a data conversion or migration process. Specifically, it occurs when you are trying to replace one compound with another, but the data types of the two compounds do not match. This can happen during data migration, system upgrades, or when using certain SAP tools that involve data transformation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the data type of the new compound (the one you are trying to replace with) is different from the data type of the existing compound.
  Inconsistent Data Definitions: The data definitions for the compounds may have been altered or not aligned properly, leading to discrepancies in data types.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to incorrect mappings or definitions of the compounds.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of both compounds