How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV591 - Error retrieving transaction type using convert format for SWIFT MT102

/PF1/MSG_CONV591 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Error retrieving transaction type using convert format for SWIFT MT102

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV591 - Error retrieving transaction type using convert format for SWIFT MT102 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV591 typically indicates an issue with retrieving the transaction type when converting formats for SWIFT MT102 messages. This error can arise in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment messages in the SWIFT network.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The error may stem from incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the SAP system related to the SWIFT message types or transaction types.
  Missing Data: The required transaction type may not be defined in the system, or there may be missing or incorrect data in the transaction that is being processed.
  Mapping Problems: There could be issues with the mapping of transaction types to the corresponding SWIFT message formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required transaction types or configurations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for SWIFT message types in the SAP system. Ensure that the transaction types are correctly defined and mapped to