How To Fix CNV20551553 - Wrong entry! Data el. &1 is not defined in Dictionary!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Wrong entry! Data el. &1 is not defined in Dictionary!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551553 - Wrong entry! Data el. &1 is not defined in Dictionary! ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551553, which states "Wrong entry! Data element &1 is not defined in Dictionary," typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Migration tools or during the execution of certain programs that involve data elements.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data Element: The error indicates that the data element specified (represented by &1) is not defined in the SAP Data Dictionary. This could happen if:
  
  The data element was deleted or not created.
  There is a typo in the data element name.
  The data element is part of a custom development that is not properly activated or transported.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using a migration tool, the mapping of fields from the source system to the target system may be incorrect, leading to references to non-existent data elements.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the data element was supposed to be transported from a development environment to a production environment and the transport failed or was not executed, it could lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the data element exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your program or migration tool.
  
  
  
  Correct Mapping:
  
  If you are using a migration tool, review the mapping configuration to ensure that all fields are correctly mapped to existing data elements in the target system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the data element is supposed to be part of a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the migration or conversion process you are executing. There may be specific instructions or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the data element in question.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), ST22 (Dump Analysis), SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Community: You can search for discussions or similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have a support contract, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.