How To Fix PO635 - Data will be converted to character set &1 (synt = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 635

• Message text: Data will be converted to character set &1 (synt = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO635 - Data will be converted to character set &1 (synt = &2) ?

  The SAP error message PO635 indicates that there is an issue with character set conversion when processing data. This typically occurs when the system encounters data that is not compatible with the expected character set, leading to a conversion to a different character set.
  Cause:
  
  Character Set Mismatch: The data being processed is in a character set that does not match the expected character set for the system or the specific field.
  Data Corruption: The data may be corrupted or improperly encoded, leading to issues during processing.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific character set of the incoming data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Character Set Configuration:
  
  Verify the character set settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the character set used for the data matches the expected character set in the system configuration.
  You can check the character set settings in transaction RZ10 or RZ11.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure it is correctly encoded and does not contain any invalid characters.
  If the data is coming from an external source, ensure that it is being sent in the correct format.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Handling:
  
  If you are importing data, consider using tools or methods that can handle character set conversions more gracefully.
  You may need to preprocess the data to convert it to the expected character set before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address character set issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the data processing again to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on character sets and encoding.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for further investigation.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.