How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060057 - Conversion error while reading (code page &); see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060 -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Conversion error while reading (code page &); see long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060057 - Conversion error while reading (code page &); see long text ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060057 indicates a conversion error while reading data, specifically related to code pages. This error typically occurs in the context of the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) when there is an issue with the character encoding of the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Character Encoding Mismatch: The data being imported may contain characters that are not supported by the specified code page. This can happen if the source data is in a different encoding than what SAP expects.
  Invalid Characters: The source file may contain invalid or unsupported characters that cannot be converted to the target code page.
  Incorrect Code Page Configuration: The code page settings in the LSMW project may not match the actual encoding of the source data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Data Encoding: Verify the encoding of the source data file. Common encodings include UTF-8, ISO-8859-1, and Windows-1252. Ensure that the encoding matches the code page specified in the LSMW project.
  Adjust Code Page Settings: In the LSMW project, check the code page settings. Make sure that the code page specified is appropriate for the data being imported.
  Clean the Data: If there are invalid characters in the source data, consider cleaning the data before importing it. This may involve removing or replacing unsupported characters.
  Use a Different Format: If possible, convert the source data file to a different format or encoding that is compatible with SAP.
  Test with Sample Data: Create a small sample of the data that you know is valid and test the import process to isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to LSMW and character encoding issues for any specific patches or updates that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on LSMW and data conversion to understand the requirements for code pages and character sets.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LSMW, SE38 (for running programs), and ST22 (for dump analysis) to troubleshoot further.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools and insights to diagnose the problem.