How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_010069 - Conversion error: No information for field '&'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_010 -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Conversion error: No information for field '&'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_010069 - Conversion error: No information for field '&'. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_GLO_010069 Conversion error: No information for field '&'. typically occurs during the data migration process using the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) in SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing or incorrect mapping for a specific field in the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Mapping: The field indicated by & does not have a corresponding mapping in the LSMW project. This can happen if the field is not included in the source structure or if it was not properly defined in the LSMW settings.
  Incorrect Source Data: The data being imported may not contain the necessary information for the specified field, leading to a conversion error.
  Field Not Defined in Target Structure: The target structure may not have the field defined, or it may be incorrectly configured.
  Data Format Issues: The data format for the field may not match the expected format in the target structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Mapping:
  
  Go to the LSMW project and check the field mapping for the object you are working on. Ensure that the field indicated by & is correctly mapped to the corresponding field in the target structure.
  If the field is missing, add it to the mapping.
  
  
  
  Review Source Data:
  
  Verify the source data file to ensure that it contains the necessary information for the field. If the field is supposed to be populated, make sure the data is present and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Update Target Structure:
  
  Ensure that the target structure in the LSMW project includes the field. If it is not defined, you may need to add it to the target structure.
  
  
  
  Check Data Formats:
  
  Ensure that the data format for the field in the source file matches the expected format in the target structure. This includes checking for data types, lengths, and any specific formatting requirements.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  If possible, test the migration with a smaller sample of data to isolate the issue. This can help identify if the problem is with specific records or the overall configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for LSMW and the specific object you are working with to ensure that all required fields are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  LSMW Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on using LSMW, including field mapping and data conversion processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the conversion error in your LSMW process.