How To Fix UCS0109 - Internal error during conversion of characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Internal error during conversion of characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0109 - Internal error during conversion of characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCS0109, which states "Internal error during conversion of characteristic &1," typically indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a characteristic value in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data processing, reporting, or when working with characteristics in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other modules.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic may have a data type that is incompatible with the value being processed.
  Corrupted Data: There may be corrupted or invalid data in the characteristic that cannot be converted properly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the characteristic in the data model or InfoObject settings.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic may reference master data that is missing or not properly maintained.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify that the data types of the characteristic and the values being processed are compatible. Ensure that the characteristic is defined correctly in the InfoObject.
  Validate Data: Check the data for the characteristic in the relevant tables (e.g., master data tables) to ensure there are no corrupted or invalid entries.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the characteristic in the SAP BW or relevant module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Apply Patches: Check for any available SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error. Implement any recommended updates or fixes.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data for the characteristic is present and correctly maintained in the system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to analyze the process that leads to the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to error UCS0109. SAP frequently publishes notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to investigate the characteristic and its configuration.
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) or short dumps (transaction ST22) for additional information that may provide context for the error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.