How To Fix CNV20551586 - Superior reference functional location &1 for &2 (&3) is not defined!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 586

• Message text: Superior reference functional location &1 for &2 (&3) is not defined!

What causes this issue?

Higher-level reference functional location &V1& for &V2& ( &V3& ) is
not defined!
Reference functional location &V2& ( &V3& ) is not deleted.

System Response

Information message.

How to fix this error?

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551586 - Superior reference functional location &1 for &2 (&3) is not defined! ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551586 indicates that there is an issue with a superior reference functional location in the context of a conversion or migration process. This error typically arises during data migration activities, particularly when using SAP's Conversion or Migration tools, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data transfer methods.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is trying to reference a superior functional location that has not been defined in the system. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Functional Location: The superior functional location that is being referenced does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: During the data migration process, the mapping of functional locations may not have been set up correctly, leading to references to non-existent locations.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as missing parent-child relationships in the functional location hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Hierarchy:
  
  Verify that the superior functional location (the one referenced in the error message) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the functional location management transaction (e.g., IL03) and checking the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Mapping:
  
  Review the data mapping used in the migration process. Ensure that all functional locations are correctly mapped and that the superior functional locations are defined in the source data.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Perform a data validation check on the source data to ensure that all required functional locations are present and correctly structured. This may involve checking for missing entries or incorrect relationships.
  
  
  
  Update Migration Data:
  
  If you find that the superior functional location is indeed missing, you may need to create it in the system before proceeding with the migration. Alternatively, if the reference is incorrect, update the migration data to point to the correct functional location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the migration process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and migration scenario.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Locations: In SAP, functional locations are used to represent the physical locations of equipment or assets within an organization. They are part of the Plant Maintenance (PM) module and are crucial for maintenance planning and execution.
  Data Migration Tools: Familiarize yourself with the tools and methodologies used for data migration in SAP, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench), or other ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tools.
  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 and resolve the issue related to the CNV20551586 error message.