How To Fix /PLMB/BA_FRW072 - Object with external ID &1&2 could not be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_FRW -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Object with external ID &1&2 could not be converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_FRW072 - Object with external ID &1&2 could not be converted ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_FRW072 indicates that there is an issue with converting an object with a specified external ID. This error typically arises in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when there is a problem with the data or the configuration of the object being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid External ID: The external ID provided may not exist in the system or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data associated with the object, such as missing or incorrect attributes.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for the object type may not be set up correctly, leading to conversion failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or convert the object.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the conversion to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify External ID: Check the external ID provided in the error message to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Object Data: Review the data associated with the object to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the object type is correct and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PLM for Product Lifecycle Management, SLG1 for application logs, and SE80 for object management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to PLM and the specific object types you are working with.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /PLMB/BA_FRW072.