How To Fix CNV20551587 - Superior reference func. location &1 (&2) for &3 (&4) will not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Superior reference func. location &1 (&2) for &3 (&4) will not be deleted

What causes this issue?

Reference functional locations can have a hierarchy relationship.
Higher-level reference functional location &V1& ( &V2& ) for reference
functional location &V3& ( &V4& ) is not deleted.
However reference functional location &V3& ( &V4& ) is deleted.

System Response

Warning message!

How to fix this error?

Find out if the customer really wants the hierarchy to be partly
deleted, or if they in fact want to have other reference functional
locations deleted as well.
Having made any required changes, repeat the consistency check. To this
purpose, start transaction CNV_20551_MONITOR and choose the
display/maintenance for object type TRPNR, where you will find a
pushbutton for starting the consistency check.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551587 - Superior reference func. location &1 (&2) for &3 (&4) will not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551587 indicates that there is an issue related to the deletion of 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.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is attempting to delete a functional location that has a superior reference functional location. In SAP, functional locations are hierarchical structures, and if a functional location has dependent or superior locations, it cannot be deleted without addressing those dependencies first.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Identify the superior functional location and any dependent functional locations. You can do this by navigating to the functional location in the SAP system and checking its hierarchy.
  
  
  Delete Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the functional location, ensure that all dependent functional locations or references are either deleted or reassigned. This may involve:
  
  Deleting subordinate functional locations.
  Reassigning any references to another functional location.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like IL01 (Create Functional Location), IL02 (Change Functional Location), and IL03 (Display Functional Location) to manage functional locations.
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic: If you are using custom migration logic or tools, ensure that they are correctly handling the relationships between functional locations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to functional location management and data migration for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the deletion process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Location Hierarchy: Understanding the hierarchy of functional locations is crucial. Each functional location can have multiple subordinate locations, and the deletion process must respect this hierarchy.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Data Migration Tools: Familiarize yourself with the specific data migration tools you are using, as they may have their own set of rules and requirements for handling functional locations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, 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.