How To Fix RSTRAN170 - Fields of the rule invalid for a conversion

RSTRAN170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Fields of the rule invalid for a conversion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN170 - Fields of the rule invalid for a conversion ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN170, which states "Fields of the rule invalid for a conversion," typically occurs in the context of data transformation processes, particularly when using the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects Data Services (BODS). This error indicates that there is an issue with the mapping or transformation rules defined for a data conversion process.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Field Mapping: The fields specified in the transformation rules may not match the source or target data structure. This can happen if the field names have changed or if the data types are incompatible.
  Missing Fields: The transformation rule may reference fields that do not exist in the source or target data structures.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the fields being converted may not be compatible, leading to conversion errors.
  Incorrect Transformation Logic: The logic defined in the transformation rules may not be valid for the data being processed.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being