/IAM/OBJECT199 - BO &1, query &2: Conversion failed for attribute &3

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT -

• Message number: 199

• Message text: BO &1, query &2: Conversion failed for attribute &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT199 - BO &1, query &2: Conversion failed for attribute &3 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT199 BO &1, query &2: Conversion failed for attribute &3 typically indicates that there is a data type mismatch or conversion issue when trying to process a Business Object (BO) in the SAP Identity Access Management (IAM) system. This error can occur during data retrieval or processing when the system attempts to convert data from one format to another, and the conversion fails.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The attribute in question may have a different data type than what is expected. For example, trying to convert a string to a number or a date format that is not compatible.
  Null or Invalid Values: The attribute may contain null or invalid values that cannot be converted to the expected type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Business Object or the query that is being executed.
  Data Corruption: The data in the underlying database may be corrupted or not conforming to the expected schema.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types of the attributes in the Business Object and ensure they match the expected types in the query.
  Validate Data: Check the data in the database for the attribute in question. Look for null values or values that do not conform to the expected format.
  Review Configuration: Review the configuration of the Business Object and the query to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your queries to manage cases where data conversion might fail.
  Data Cleansing: If there are invalid or corrupt data entries, consider cleansing the data to ensure it meets the expected formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific details on the Business Object and the attributes involved to understand the expected formats and types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the Business Object and its attributes.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the process to see where the conversion is failing.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.