How To Fix CNV116 - Maintain the source package for &1 / &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV - Conversion: Messages for Conversion Services (CNCC)

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Maintain the source package for &1 / &2

What causes this issue?

The source package was not maintained

System Response

Maintain the source package for &v1& / &v2&

How to fix this error?

Maintenance of dependencies is not complete until the following has
been specified:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Table &v1&
Field name &v2&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV116 - Maintain the source package for &1 / &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV116, which states "Maintain the source package for &1 / &2," typically occurs in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's tools for data migration, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data transfer tools.
  Cause:
  This error usually indicates that the system is unable to find or recognize the source package that is required for the data migration process. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message represent specific identifiers related to the source package that is missing or not properly configured.
  Common causes for this error include:
  
  Missing Source Package: The specified source package has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data migration process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to locate the source package.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the source package.
  Transport Issues: If the source package was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CNV116 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Source Package:
  
  Verify that the source package specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or configuration area where source packages are maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Source Package:
  
  If the source package does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the relevant data migration tool or transaction.
  If it exists but is not properly configured, ensure that all necessary settings and mappings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the data migration process to ensure that they are correctly pointing to the right source package.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the migration has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the source package.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific data migration tool you are using for additional guidance on maintaining source packages.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the source package was transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on data migration processes and tools.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CNV116 error message.