How To Fix PA247 - Data cannot be converted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Data cannot be converted.

What causes this issue?

The data in the 'Advertisement' table (T750B) cannot be converted. The
converted costs are greater than the maximum value that can be entered
in the database field.

System Response

Conversion was terminated. No data has been converted.

How to fix this error?

Please check whether conversion has taken place already. Data may only
be converted once per client.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA247 - Data cannot be converted. ?

  The SAP error message PA247 ("Data cannot be converted") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when there is an issue with data conversion between different formats or types. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect data types, incompatible formats, or issues with master data.
  Causes of PA247 Error
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being processed may not match the expected data type. For example, trying to convert a string to a number when the string contains non-numeric characters.
  
  
  Incompatible Formats: The data format may not be compatible with the expected format. This can happen with dates, currency, or other formatted fields.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: If the master data (like employee records, organizational data, etc.) is incomplete or incorrect, it can lead to conversion issues.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in the system, they may not handle data conversion properly.
  
  
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