How To Fix PK851 - Application: Kanban Error in table conversion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Application: Kanban Error in table conversion

What causes this issue?

An error occurred converting a Table for the Kanban process.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please pay attention to the following message.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK851 - Application: Kanban Error in table conversion ?

  The SAP error message PK851, which indicates "Error in table conversion" in the context of the Kanban application, typically arises during the processing of Kanban data. This error can occur for various reasons, including issues with data consistency, configuration problems, or issues with the underlying database tables.
  Causes of PK851 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the relevant tables, such as missing or incorrect entries that the system expects to find.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Kanban setup can lead to errors during data processing.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as corruption or locking issues, can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If there have been recent transports of changes related to Kanban, they may not have been properly executed or may have introduced inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for accessing certain tables or data can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions to PK851 Error
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies.
  Look for missing entries or incorrect data that may be causing the conversion error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the Kanban configuration settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Verify that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Database Maintenance:
  
  Perform database checks to ensure that there are no issues with the database tables.
  If necessary, consult with your database administrator to check for locks or corruption.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, review the transport logs to identify any issues.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Checks:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant tables and perform the required actions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PK01 (Create Kanban), PK02 (Change Kanban), and PK03 (Display Kanban) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Kanban and error handling for additional insights.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.