How To Fix CNV_20000098 - Error while adjusting fiscal year variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20000 - Messages for fiscal year change

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Error while adjusting fiscal year variant &1

What causes this issue?

The fiscal year variant was meant to be adapted in tables T009B and
T009Y, however this failed.

System Response

The tables remain unchanged.

How to fix this error?

Find out about the reason using either the information in the
<DS:TRAN.SE16>tables</> themselves or the <DS:TRAN.SM21>system log</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20000098 - Error while adjusting fiscal year variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20000098, which indicates "Error while adjusting fiscal year variant &1," typically occurs during the conversion or migration process when there are issues related to the fiscal year variant configuration in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of data migration or system upgrades, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant specified may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the financial data that are being migrated or adjusted, such as periods that do not align with the fiscal year variant.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to perform adjustments related to the fiscal year variant.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard processes related to fiscal year adjustments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 to review the fiscal year variant settings.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency:
  
  Check the financial data for any inconsistencies that may cause the adjustment to fail.
  Ensure that all periods and postings align with the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the migration has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the fiscal year variant.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  Review any custom code or enhancements that may affect the fiscal year variant adjustments.
  If applicable, temporarily disable custom code to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Log Analysis:
  
  Analyze the logs generated during the migration process for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on fiscal year variant configuration and data migration best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.