How To Fix RQ336 - Conversion errors for field: & in segment: & (&).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Conversion errors for field: & in segment: & (&).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ336 - Conversion errors for field: & in segment: & (&). ?

  The SAP error message RQ336 indicates that there are conversion errors for a specific field in a segment of an IDoc (Intermediate Document). This error typically occurs during the processing of IDocs, which are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems.
  Cause:
  The error message RQ336 is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being sent in the IDoc does not match the expected data type for the field. For example, if a numeric field is receiving alphanumeric data, this will trigger a conversion error.
  
  
  Length Exceedance: The data length of the incoming data exceeds the defined length of the field in the IDoc structure.
  
  
  Invalid Characters: The data contains characters that are not valid for the expected format of the field (e.g., special characters in a numeric field).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the IDoc type or segment configuration, leading to incorrect mapping of fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RQ336 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the IDoc Data: Review the data being sent in the IDoc. Ensure that the data types and lengths match the definitions in the IDoc structure.
  
  
  Validate Field Values: Ensure that the values being sent do not contain invalid characters and conform to the expected format (e.g., numeric fields should not contain letters).
  
  
  Adjust Mapping: If you are using a middleware or mapping tool, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the fields are correctly mapped and that data transformations are applied correctly.
  
  
  Review IDoc Structure: Check the IDoc type and segment definitions in the SAP system to ensure they are correctly configured. You can use transaction WE30 to view IDoc types and WE31 for segments.
  
  
  Debugging: If necessary, use transaction WE19 to simulate the IDoc processing and identify the exact point of failure. This can help you pinpoint the problematic field and value.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific details related to the IDoc type you are working with, as there may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02: Display IDoc
  WE19: Test IDoc Processing
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE31: Segment Type Development
  
  
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc type you are working with, as different IDoc types may have different structures and requirements.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling IDoc conversion errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RQ336 error in your SAP system.