How To Fix WRF_APC_INB182 - Conversion of &1 from ERP field &2 to XI - failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC_INB - Messages for OAPC Inbound Processing

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Conversion of &1 from ERP field &2 to XI - failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC_INB182 - Conversion of &1 from ERP field &2 to XI - failed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC_INB182
  
  Text: Conversion of &1 from ERP field &2 to XI - failed
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the integration process between SAP ERP and SAP XI/PI (Exchange Infrastructure / Process Integration). Specifically, it indicates that the system failed to convert a value from an ERP field (field &2) into the corresponding XI data format or structure (represented by &1).
  Common causes include:
  
  Data type mismatch: The data in the ERP field does not match the expected data type or format required by the XI message structure.
  Invalid or unexpected data: The ERP field contains data that cannot be mapped or converted properly (e.g., special characters, wrong length, or invalid values).
  Incorrect or missing conversion routines: The conversion logic or mapping between ERP and XI is incomplete or incorrect.
  Configuration issues: Problems in the integration scenario, such as incorrect message mapping or adapter configuration.
  Transport or patch inconsistencies: Sometimes, missing support packages or inconsistent system states can cause conversion failures.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the exact fields involved:
  
  Identify the ERP field (&2) and the XI structure (&1) mentioned in the error.
  Review the data in the ERP field for invalid or unexpected values.
  
  
  
  Validate data types and formats:
  
  Ensure that the data type in ERP matches the expected data type in XI.
  For example, if XI expects a numeric value, make sure the ERP field does not contain alphabetic characters.
  
  
  
  Review and correct message mapping:
  
  In SAP PI/XI, check the message mapping or operation mapping for the interface.
  Verify that the mapping logic correctly converts the ERP field to the XI format.
  Adjust or enhance the mapping if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check conversion routines or user exits:
  
  If custom conversion routines or user exits are used, debug or review them to ensure they handle all possible data values correctly.
  
  
  
  Check system notes and OSS messages:
  
  Search SAP Notes for the error message or related issues.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Test with sample data:
  
  Try to replicate the error with test data.
  Correct the data or mapping until the conversion succeeds.
  
  
  
  Consult logs and traces:
  
  Check the SAP PI/XI message monitor and ERP application logs for more detailed error information.
  Use transaction SXMB_MONI or SXI_MONITOR to analyze the message processing.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  SXMB_MONI - SAP PI Message Monitor
  SXI_MONITOR - Integration Engine Monitor
  SE37 - Function module testing (for conversion routines)
  SE80 or SE38 - To check custom code or user exits
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for "WRF_APC_INB182" or "Conversion from ERP field to XI failed" in the SAP Support Portal.
  Example notes might address specific data type issues or mapping corrections.
  
  
  
  Integration scenarios:
  
  This error is common in scenarios where IDocs or BAPIs are used to send data from ERP to XI.
  Ensure that the interface definitions (e.g., XSDs, message types) are consistent between ERP and XI.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact values of &1 and &2 or the interface context, I can help you with more specific guidance.