How To Fix PIC01804 - Starting XPRA for PICNUM field conversion for table PICMAP

PIC01804 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Starting XPRA for PICNUM field conversion for table PICMAP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01804 - Starting XPRA for PICNUM field conversion for table PICMAP ?

  The SAP error message PIC01804 indicates an issue related to the XPRA (eXpert Program for Automatic Data Migration) process for the conversion of the PICNUM field in the PICMAP table. This typically occurs during a system upgrade or when data migration is being performed, particularly when there are changes in the data model or structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Model Changes: The error often arises when there are changes in the data model that require the conversion of existing data to fit the new structure.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data in the PICMAP table is inconsistent or does not meet the new requirements, the XPRA process may fail.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing configuration settings or incorrect parameters that are preventing the XPRA from executing successfully.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the XPRA may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Logs: Review the detailed logs for the XPRA execution to