How To Fix PFM_GENERIC011 - Error when converting from &1 to &2

PFM_GENERIC011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_GENERIC - Messages to be reused on ADDON PT

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Error when converting from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_GENERIC011 - Error when converting from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message PFM_GENERIC011 typically indicates a problem with data type conversion in the SAP system. This error occurs when the system attempts to convert a value from one data type to another, but the conversion fails due to incompatible formats or values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The most common cause is that the source data type (e.g., string, integer, date) does not match the expected target data type.
  Invalid Data: The data being converted may contain invalid characters or formats that cannot be interpreted correctly by the target data type.
  Null or Empty Values: Attempting to convert null or empty values can also lead to this error.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not handle data conversions properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types of the source and target fields. Ensure that they are compatible and that the source data can be converted to the target type.
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