How To Fix TW140 - Conversion problem. Unknown format of &-&.

TW140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Conversion problem. Unknown format of &-&.

What causes this issue?

This is an internal error.

System Response

INCLUDE R3TRANS-OBJTP

How to fix this error?

Inform the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW140 - Conversion problem. Unknown format of &-&. ?

  The SAP error message TW140, which states "Conversion problem. Unknown format of &-&," typically occurs when there is an issue with data conversion or formatting in SAP. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data import/export, report generation, or when processing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format. This can happen if the data source has different formatting rules or if there are discrepancies in the data types.
  Missing or Corrupt Data: If the data being processed is missing or has been corrupted, it can lead to conversion issues.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in SAP that are not aligned with the data being processed, leading to format recognition problems.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not handle certain data formats correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Format: Review the data being