How To Fix CNV20551173 - Table &1: Criterion &2 is ineffective; no alternative; exclude the table?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20551 - message for package 20551 (company code delete)

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Table &1: Criterion &2 is ineffective; no alternative; exclude the table?

What causes this issue?

For the selected criterion &V2& for table &V1&, there are no instances
for deletion in the related object table.
Consequently, criterion &V2& is ineffective.
There do not seem to be any alternative deletion criteria.

System Response

Warning

How to fix this error?

Check the message. If no programs were generated yet and no jobs were
scheduled, exclude the table from the deletion to improve performance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551173 - Table &1: Criterion &2 is ineffective; no alternative; exclude the table? ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551173 typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools. This error indicates that a specific criterion for a table is ineffective, meaning that the data in that table does not meet the required conditions for processing, and there are no alternative criteria available to handle the data.
  Cause:
  
  Ineffective Criterion: The specified criterion for the table is not valid or does not match any records in the source data. This could be due to incorrect mapping, missing data, or data that does not meet the expected format or conditions.
  Data Quality Issues: The data in the source system may have inconsistencies, missing values, or other quality issues that prevent it from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the migration tool that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to process the data as expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Data: Check the data in the source table to ensure it meets the criteria specified in the migration process. Look for any missing or incorrect values that could be causing the issue.
  Adjust the Criteria: If possible, modify the criteria used for the migration to include alternative conditions that may allow the data to be processed.
  Exclude the Table: If the data in the table is not necessary for the migration or if it cannot be corrected, consider excluding the table from the migration process. This can often be done in the migration cockpit settings.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the migration process for any specific guidelines or requirements regarding the table in question.
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration and data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Migration Cockpit: Familiarize yourself with the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit and its functionalities, as it provides tools and guidelines for data migration.
  Data Quality Tools: Utilize data quality tools to cleanse and prepare your data before migration to minimize issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.