How To Fix OQ_H151 - Field Conversion Tool: No data has been specified for conversion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_H - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Interfaces/IAC/BAPI development

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Field Conversion Tool: No data has been specified for conversion

What causes this issue?

For the SSR Field Conversion Tool either a string or a string table
must be specified for the data which is to be converted.
The actual call to the Conversion Tool however did neither have a
string nor a string table.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_H151 - Field Conversion Tool: No data has been specified for conversion ?

  The SAP error message OQ_H151, which states "Field Conversion Tool: No data has been specified for conversion," typically occurs when you are trying to use the Field Conversion Tool in SAP but have not provided the necessary data for the conversion process. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data migration, data uploads, or when using specific SAP transactions that involve field conversions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the required data for the conversion process has not been specified or is missing.
  Incorrect Selection: You may have not selected the appropriate fields or records that need to be converted.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues with the configuration of the Field Conversion Tool or the related settings in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the data or perform the conversion can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Input: Ensure that you have specified the necessary data for conversion. This includes selecting the correct fields and records that need to be processed.
  Review Selection Criteria: Verify that the selection criteria you are using to filter the data are correct and that they return the expected results.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the Field Conversion Tool to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Make sure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the Field Conversion Tool for specific guidelines on how to use it correctly.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, try running the conversion with a small set of sample data to see if the issue persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the Field Conversion Tool. Sometimes, specific bugs or issues are documented with recommended solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the conversion process, such as those related to data migration or data uploads.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.