How To Fix CNV480 - No entry for program &1 in table CNVSTATE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 480

• Message text: No entry for program &1 in table CNVSTATE

What causes this issue?

There is no entry for program &V1& in table CNVSTATE, for package &V2&
and its dependent packages. It may make sense to define such
relationships in case that you want to use programs from other packages.

System Response

Definition of such relationships is allowed. The relationship will be
valid only in case that the predecessor and successor program are part
of the active package. In other cases when one of the programs will not
exist in table CNVSTATE, the relationship will be ignored.

How to fix this error?

The current entry should only be corrected in case it is not desirable.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV480 - No entry for program &1 in table CNVSTATE ?

  The SAP error message "CNV480 No entry for program &1 in table CNVSTATE" typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Migration tools or the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an entry for the specified program in the CNVSTATE table, which is used to track the state of data migration processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Entry in CNVSTATE Table: The most common cause of this error is that there is no corresponding entry for the specified program in the CNVSTATE table. This can happen if the migration process was not started correctly or if there was an issue during the initial setup.
  
  
  Incorrect Program Name: The program name provided in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled, leading to the system's inability to find it in the CNVSTATE table.
  
  
  Incomplete Migration Setup: If the migration setup was not completed properly, it may lead to missing entries in the CNVSTATE table.
  
  
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from accessing the CNVSTATE table correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Program Name: Verify that the program name mentioned in the error message is correct. If it is incorrect, you may need to correct it in your migration configuration.
  
  
  Reinitialize Migration Process: If the migration process was interrupted or not started correctly, you may need to reinitialize it. This can involve restarting the migration or reloading the necessary data.
  
  
  Check CNVSTATE Table: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to check the contents of the CNVSTATE table. Look for the program name in question and see if there are any entries related to it. If there are no entries, you may need to create them manually or ensure that the migration process is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Review Migration Documentation: Ensure that you are following the correct steps as outlined in the SAP migration documentation. This can help prevent issues related to missing entries.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Migration Tools: Understand the specific migration tools you are using (e.g., SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, SAP Data Services) and their requirements.
  Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on data migration and conversion processes for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.