How To Fix RSRV198 - There are &2 values with the wrong internal format in the SID table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 198

• Message text: There are &2 values with the wrong internal format in the SID table

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& uses a conversion exit to convert values from an
external format used to display the data to the customer, into an
internal format used to save the data on the database.
The test has determined that there are values in the SID table for
characteristics &V1& &V2& , that are not in the correct internal
format. If the characteristic is compounded, the values of the
superordinate characteristics can use the conversion exits in certain
circumstances. In this case, the number of incorrect characteristic
values can differ from the number of incorrect data records. The test
run has determined that &V3& data records in the SID table are
incorrect. If you corrected the data by converting it first into
external and then back into internal format, &V4& data records would
lose their unique characteristic value key.

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?

For the conversion exits ALPHA, GJAHR and NUMCV, you can convert the
characteristic values in to the correct format in transaction
<DS:DT.RSMD_CONVERSION>RSMDCNVEXIT</> and replace them wherever you
use them.
Make sure that you read the <DS:DT.RSMD_CONVERSION>documentation</>
before you use this transaction!

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV198 - There are &2 values with the wrong internal format in the SID table ?

  The SAP error message RSRV198 indicates that there are values in the SID (System ID) table that have an incorrect internal format. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there are inconsistencies in the data stored in the SID tables, which are used to map keys to their corresponding values.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The error often arises due to inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect data types or corrupted entries in the SID tables.
  Data Load Issues: Problems during data loading processes, such as failed or incomplete data loads, can lead to invalid entries.
  Manual Changes: If there have been manual changes to the SID tables or related data, this can also result in format issues.
  System Upgrades or Migrations: Changes in system versions or migrations can sometimes lead to discrepancies in data formats.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRV198 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Run Transaction RSRV: 
  
  Go to transaction RSRV in SAP.
  Use the "Check" function to identify the specific SID tables that are causing the issue.
  Look for the specific error messages and details provided.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Problematic Entries:
  
  Identify the entries that are reported as having the wrong internal format.
  Check the data types and formats of these entries against the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If the issue is due to incorrect data, you may need to correct the entries manually or through a data correction process.
  If the entries are corrupted, you may need to delete them and reload the data.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the SID Tables:
  
  In some cases, it may be necessary to rebuild the SID tables. This can be done by reloading the data or using specific SAP tools designed for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Load Errors:
  
  Review the data load logs to identify any errors that occurred during the data loading process. Address any issues found.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Backup and Test:
  
  Always ensure you have a backup of your data before making changes. After making corrections, test the system to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SID Tables: SID tables are used in SAP BW to map characteristic values to their corresponding keys. They are crucial for performance and data integrity.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSTT (Transaction Trace) for further analysis.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP BW/BI systems.