How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV585 - Field &1 exists in Sequence A and B

/PF1/MSG_CONV585 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Field &1 exists in Sequence A and B

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV585 - Field &1 exists in Sequence A and B ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV585 indicates that there is a conflict in the data conversion process, specifically that a field exists in both Sequence A and Sequence B. This typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes where the system is trying to map fields from one structure to another, and it finds that the same field is defined in both sequences.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Field Definitions: The error arises when the same field is defined in both sequences being processed. This can happen if the data structures are not properly aligned or if there are inconsistencies in the data mapping definitions.
  Incorrect Mapping Configuration: The mapping configuration may not have been set up correctly, leading to the same field being included in both sequences.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure that have not been reflected in the conversion or migration logic can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Mapping Configuration: Check