How To Fix CNV20551582 - Sup. ref. funct. loc. &1 (&2) for &3 (&4) should be deleted!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 582

• Message text: Sup. ref. funct. loc. &1 (&2) for &3 (&4) should be deleted!

What causes this issue?

Reference functional locations have a hierarchy relationship.
The superior reference technical location &V1& ( &V2& ) for reference
technical location &V3& ( &V4& ) should be deleted.
However the reference functional location &V3& ( &V4& ) will not be
deleted!

System Response

Warning message!
If you delete &V1&, an error would occur when you try to display
functional location &V3& (transaction IL13).
This inconsistency might also affect other functions.

How to fix this error?

The superior reference technical location &V1& ( &V2& ) and possible
other superior ones are excluded from deletion.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551582 - Sup. ref. funct. loc. &1 (&2) for &3 (&4) should be deleted! ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551582 typically relates to issues encountered during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when dealing with functional locations in the SAP system. This error indicates that a specific functional location (identified by the placeholders &1, &2, &3, and &4) is not valid or should be deleted due to inconsistencies or issues in the data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The functional location may have inconsistencies in its data, such as missing or incorrect references.
  Migration Issues: During a data migration process, certain functional locations may not meet the required criteria or may have been incorrectly mapped.
  Dependency Issues: There may be dependencies or relationships with other objects that are causing the functional location to be flagged for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Functional Location: Check the functional location specified in the error message. Ensure that it exists and is correctly configured in the system.
  Data Cleanup: If the functional location is indeed invalid or no longer needed, you may need to delete it from the system. This can typically be done through transaction codes like IL02 (Change Functional Location) or IL03 (Display Functional Location).
  Check Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies or references that may be causing the issue. Ensure that all related objects are correctly configured or removed if necessary.
  Consult Migration Tools: If this error occurs during a migration process, consult the migration tools or programs being used to ensure that they are correctly set up and that the data being migrated is valid.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to functional locations, such as IL01 (Create Functional Location), IL02 (Change Functional Location), and IL03 (Display Functional Location).
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using SAP's data migration tools (like LSMW or SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly defined.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or require deeper technical insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CNV20551582 error and ensure that your functional locations are correctly managed within the SAP system.