How To Fix RSDS_ACCESS016 - Hexadecimal->character conversion returns internal error; cancel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS_ACCESS - Access Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Hexadecimal->character conversion returns internal error; cancel

What causes this issue?

The conversion returned error &V2&&V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS_ACCESS016 - Hexadecimal->character conversion returns internal error; cancel ?

  The SAP error message RSDS_ACCESS016 with the description "Hexadecimal->character conversion returns internal error; cancel" typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when dealing with DataSources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when using the Data Transfer Process (DTP).
  
  Cause:
  This error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being processed. For example, if a field is expected to be in a certain format (like character) but is being passed in a different format (like hexadecimal), this can lead to conversion errors.
  
  
  Corrupted Data: If the data being processed is corrupted or contains invalid characters, it can lead to conversion issues.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the DataSource or DTP configuration can also lead to this error. This includes issues with field mappings or transformations.
  
  
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be triggered