How To Fix RSM118 - Return code &2 in the conversion for the field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Return code &2 in the conversion for the field &2

What causes this issue?

The self-defined conversion routine for the field &V1& delivered the
return code &V1&.

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

System Response

The IDoc processing was terminated and indicated as incorrect. A
reimport of the IDoc is possible at any time.

How to fix this error?

Check the self-defined conversion routine and remove the cause of the
error. Afterwards you can carry out the processing of this IDoc again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM118 - Return code &2 in the conversion for the field &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSM118 typically indicates an issue during the conversion of a field in a data processing operation, often related to data extraction or transformation processes. The message format usually looks like this:
  RSM118 Return code &2 in the conversion for the field &1
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being processed does not match the expected data type for the field. For example, trying to convert a string to a numeric type when the string contains non-numeric characters.
  
  
  Invalid Data: The data being processed may contain invalid or unexpected values that cannot be converted properly.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data source or the transformation rules that are being applied.
  
  
  Custom Code: If there is custom code involved in the data processing, there may be bugs or logic errors that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSM118 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Verify that the data types of the source and target fields match. Ensure that the data being processed is in the correct format.
  
  
  Validate Data: Inspect the data being processed for any invalid or unexpected values. You may need to clean or transform the data before processing.
  
  
  Review Transformation Rules: If you are using transformation rules, review them to ensure they are correctly defined and that they handle all possible data scenarios.
  
  
  Debug Custom Code: If there is custom code involved, debug it to identify any logical errors or exceptions that may be causing the conversion to fail.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs for more detailed error messages or stack traces that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the conversion with a smaller set of sample data to isolate the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSM118 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSMO (Monitor Process Chains) to monitor and troubleshoot data loads.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data extraction and transformation processes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.