How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV215 - Error during DMEPT conversion; format not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Error during DMEPT conversion; format not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV215 - Error during DMEPT conversion; format not permitted ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV215 Error during DMEPT conversion; format not permitted typically occurs during the conversion of DME (Data Medium Exchange) files, particularly when the format specified for the DME file is not supported or is incorrectly configured.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Format: The format specified in the DME configuration may not be supported by the system or may not match the expected format for the transaction being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the DME configuration settings, such as incorrect parameters or missing entries in the DME configuration tables.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the DME format being used may not be compatible with the current SAP version or the specific transaction.
  Incorrect File Type: The file type specified in the DME settings may not correspond to the actual file being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DME Configuration:
  
  Go to the DME configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 for payment medium formats).
  Verify that the format you are