How To Fix RSDS011 - Conversion exit &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Conversion exit &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS011 - Conversion exit &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDS011, which states "Conversion exit &1 does not exist," typically occurs when there is an issue with a conversion exit that is referenced in a data selection or transformation process. Conversion exits are used in SAP to convert data from one format to another, often for display purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Exit: The specified conversion exit (denoted by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the name or the conversion exit not being defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the field may not match the expected type for the conversion exit.
  Transport Issues: If the conversion exit was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated properly.
  Custom Development: If the conversion exit is custom-developed, it may not have been implemented correctly or may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Conversion Exit Name: Verify that the name of the conversion exit is correct. You can do this by checking the relevant field in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or the conversion exit table (TCU03).
  Create or Activate Conversion Exit: If the conversion exit does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is part of a transport request.
  Review Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields involved are compatible with the conversion exit.
  Check Transport Requests: If the conversion exit was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and activated in the target system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or report that is generating the error to identify where the conversion exit is being called.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate and manage conversion exits.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific conversion exit or the error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for conversion exits to understand their purpose and how to create or modify them.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.