How To Fix UC0015 - Conversion of value &1 for field &2 was unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UC0 - General Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Conversion of value &1 for field &2 was unsuccessful

What causes this issue?

The conversion of value "&V1&" from an external format into the internal
format failed for field "&V2&".

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?

Check which type of <DS:GLOS.3526B216AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>conversion
exit</> is applied for the field. Test the conversion exit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UC0015 - Conversion of value &1 for field &2 was unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message UC0015, which states "Conversion of value &1 for field &2 was unsuccessful," typically occurs when there is an issue with data conversion in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when data is being processed, imported, or exported, and the system is unable to convert a value from one format to another.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being processed does not match the expected data type for the field. For example, trying to convert a string that contains non-numeric characters into a numeric field.
  Invalid Format: The value may not be in the correct format. For instance, a date might be in a format that the system does not recognize.
  Null or Empty Values: If the value is null or empty, the conversion may fail.
  Domain or Value Range Issues: The value may fall outside the acceptable range defined for the field or may not be valid according to the domain values.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate data, they may introduce errors in data conversion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data being processed matches the expected data types for the fields. For example, if a field expects a numeric value, ensure that the input is indeed numeric.
  Validate Input Format: Make sure that the input values conform to the expected formats (e.g., date formats, currency formats).
  Handle Null Values: Implement checks to handle null or empty values before attempting conversion.
  Review Domain Values: Check the domain values and ensure that the input value is valid and within the acceptable range.
  Debug Custom Code: If the error occurs in a custom program, debug the code to identify where the conversion is failing and correct it.
  Use Conversion Functions: Utilize SAP's built-in conversion functions to handle data type conversions safely.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the field definitions and data types.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more details on the error and the context in which it occurred.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for data conversion functions and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further analysis and troubleshooting.