How To Fix PRC_CNV201 - Cannot parse &1 according to pattern &2

PRC_CNV201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_CNV - Messages for Conversion Engine

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Cannot parse &1 according to pattern &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_CNV201 - Cannot parse &1 according to pattern &2 ?

  The SAP error message PRC_CNV201 indicates that there is an issue with parsing a value according to a specified pattern. This error typically occurs during data conversion or data import processes, where the system expects a certain format for the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error message PRC_CNV201 is triggered when:
  
  The data being processed does not match the expected format defined by the pattern.
  There may be invalid characters, incorrect data types, or formatting issues (e.g., date formats, numeric formats).
  The input data might be missing required fields or contain extra fields that are not expected.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PRC_CNV201 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Input Data: Review the data that is being processed. Ensure that it adheres to the expected format as defined by the pattern. Look for:
  
  Correct data types (e.g., numeric, date).
  Proper delimiters (e.g., commas, semicolons).
  No extra or missing fields.
  
  
  
  Review the Pattern: Understand the pattern that the system is expecting.