How To Fix CNV20305501 - Different cost element types for cost element &1 in source CoArs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20305 - Messages for conversion packages in CO

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Different cost element types for cost element &1 in source CoArs

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V1& has different cost element types in the different
source controlling areas.

System Response

When the cost elements from the different source controlling areas are
merged during the conversion, this also means a change of the cost
element type (from the controlling areas' point of view). This
constellation is not provided for in the R/3 system and may cause
inconsistencies.

How to fix this error?

Avoid merging cost elements with different cost element types by means
of renames:
In the mapping table, the controlling area should be entered separately
for the respective source controlling areas and be assigned unique new
values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20305501 - Different cost element types for cost element &1 in source CoArs ?

  The SAP error message CNV20305501 indicates that there is a mismatch in the cost element types for a specific cost element in the source CO-AR (Controlling - Actuals) during a data migration or conversion process. This error typically arises in the context of using SAP's Migration Cockpit or during data transfer processes where cost elements are being mapped or converted.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the cost element in the source system has a different type than what is expected in the target system. Cost elements in SAP can be classified into different types, such as:
  
  Primary cost elements
  Secondary cost elements
  Revenue elements
  
  If the source cost element is of one type and the target system expects it to be of another type, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Types: Verify the type of the cost element in both the source and target systems. You can do this by using transaction codes like KA03 (Display Cost Element) in SAP.
  
  
  Mapping Configuration: Ensure that the mapping configuration in your migration or conversion tool is set up correctly. You may need to adjust the mapping to ensure that the cost element types align between the source and target systems.
  
  
  Adjust Cost Elements: If necessary, you may need to create or adjust cost elements in the target system to match the types of those in the source system. This may involve creating new cost elements or changing the type of existing ones.
  
  
  Data Validation: Before running the migration again, validate the data to ensure that all cost elements are correctly classified and that there are no other discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or best practices for handling cost elements.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test migration to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, review the migration object settings and ensure that the cost element mapping is correctly defined.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP Community forums or support for additional assistance if the issue persists.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.