How To Fix OPS_SE002 - Conversion failed (element: &1, value: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE - Messages for Services

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Conversion failed (element: &1, value: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE002 - Conversion failed (element: &1, value: &2) ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE002, which states "Conversion failed (element: &1, value: &2)," typically occurs during data processing or conversion operations in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system encountered a problem when trying to convert a specific data element (identified by &1) with a given value (identified by &2).
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being processed does not match the expected data type for the element. For example, trying to convert a string to a number when the string contains non-numeric characters.
  Invalid Data Format: The value may not conform to the expected format (e.g., date formats, currency formats).
  Null or Empty Values: Attempting to convert a null or empty value can lead to conversion failures.
  Overflow or Underflow: The value may be too large or too small for the target data type.
  Custom Code Issues: If there is custom ABAP code involved, there may be logic errors or unhandled exceptions leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify that the data types of the source and target fields are compatible. Ensure that the value being converted matches the expected type.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the input data is valid and conforms to the expected format. This may involve checking for non-numeric characters in numeric fields or ensuring date formats are correct.
  Handle Null Values: Implement checks in your code to handle null or empty values before attempting conversion.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in custom code, use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the conversion is failing.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to gracefully manage conversion failures and provide meaningful error messages to users.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the relevant code or function modules involved in the conversion process.
  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 for the specific modules or functions you are working with to understand the expected data formats and types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.