How To Fix RS_GENERAL218 - No conversion exits found

RS_GENERAL218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_GENERAL - BW General Messages for Re-Use

• Message number: 218

• Message text: No conversion exits found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_GENERAL218 - No conversion exits found ?

  The SAP error message RS_GENERAL218: No conversion exits found typically occurs in the context of data extraction or transformation processes, particularly when dealing with data types that require conversion between different formats or representations. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a suitable conversion exit for a specific field or data type.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Conversion Exits: The most common cause is that the required conversion exit for a specific data type is not defined in the system. Conversion exits are used to convert data from one format to another (e.g., from a character string to a date).
  
  
  Incorrect Field Mapping: If the field mapping in your data extraction or transformation process is incorrect, it may lead to the system not being able to find the appropriate conversion exit.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: If there is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being processed, the system may