How To Fix RSDS104 - &1: Conversion exit &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 104

• Message text: &1: Conversion exit &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

<DS:DE.CONVEXIT>conversion exit</> &V2& specified for &V1& does not
exist in this system.

System Response

Errors occur when the system generates the processing program.

How to fix this error?

Use input help to select an existing conversion exit.
Check that both the INPUT and OUTPUT function modules exist.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS104 - &1: Conversion exit &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDS104 indicates that there is a problem with a conversion exit that is being referenced in your data extraction or reporting process. Specifically, the message states that the conversion exit specified (denoted as &2 in the error message) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Exit: The conversion exit that is being called in your program or report does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the name of the conversion exit or because it has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the field being processed may not match the expected data type for the conversion exit.
  Transport Issues: If the conversion exit was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Conversion Exit Name: Verify that the name of the conversion exit being used is correct. You can do this by checking the code or configuration where the conversion exit is being called.
  Define the Conversion Exit: If the conversion exit does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to define a new conversion routine.
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields being processed are compatible with the conversion exit. If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the data types accordingly.
  Transport Check: If the conversion exit was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and activated in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources to understand the specific conversion exit you are trying to use and its requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check or create conversion exits.
  SE37: Function Module to check if the conversion exit is implemented as a function module.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to conversion exits.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to see where the error occurs and gather more context about the data being processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDS104 error and implement a solution to resolve it.