How To Fix PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES060 - &1 conversion failed: No external code exists for internal code &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES - Message class for PS services

• Message number: 060

• Message text: &1 conversion failed: No external code exists for internal code &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES060 - &1 conversion failed: No external code exists for internal code &2. ?

  The SAP error message PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES060 indicates that there is a conversion failure related to a specific internal code. This typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or related modules where there is an attempt to convert an internal representation of a code (like a material number, document number, etc.) to an external representation, but the system cannot find a corresponding external code.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing External Code: The most common cause is that the internal code you are trying to convert does not have a corresponding external code in the system. This could happen if the data was not properly maintained or if the external code was deleted or not created.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that map internal codes to external codes.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper mapping of internal to external codes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external code data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Maintenance: Verify that the internal code exists and that there is a corresponding external code. You can do this by checking the relevant master data tables in SAP.
  
  
  Maintain External Codes: If the external code is missing, you may need to create or maintain it. This can usually be done through the relevant transaction codes (like MM01 for materials, or other specific transactions for different object types).
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the data. This may involve checking for orphaned records or entries that do not have corresponding mappings.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the mapping of internal and external codes. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the external codes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or specific PLM-related transactions to investigate the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in PLM to conduct a deeper analysis.