How To Fix CNV_20000144 - Fiscal Year variant used only in non-leading ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20000 - Messages for fiscal year change

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Fiscal Year variant used only in non-leading ledger

Fiscal Year variant used only in Non-leading ledger
In a system where General Ledger Accounting (new) is active, fiscal year
variant assignment to a company code and ledgers can be defined at two
levels:
1. Assignment to company code.
2. Assignment to company code and non-leading ledger.
If you want to convert the data only related to the shortened fiscal
year variant that is assigned to a company code and non-leading ledger
combination (not assigned to any company code and leading ledger
combination), this scenario is not covered by the transformation
solution Fiscal Year Conversion.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20000144 - Fiscal Year variant used only in non-leading ledger ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20000144 indicates that a fiscal year variant is being used in a non-leading ledger, which is not allowed in certain contexts. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The fiscal year variant specified is only assigned to a non-leading ledger (like a secondary ledger) and not to the leading ledger (which is usually the primary ledger used for financial reporting).
  The system expects the fiscal year variant to be available for the leading ledger to ensure consistency in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB29 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Ledgers > Ledger > Define Fiscal Year Variants).
  Verify the fiscal year variant assignments for both leading and non-leading ledgers.
  
  
  
  Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Leading Ledger:
  
  If the fiscal year variant is only assigned to a non-leading ledger, you may need to assign it to the leading ledger as well.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is compatible with the leading ledger's requirements.
  
  
  
  Modify Migration Settings:
  
  If you are using a migration tool, check the settings or mapping configurations to ensure that the correct fiscal year variant is being used for the leading ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to fiscal year variants and ledger configurations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test migration or data load to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This defines how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., number of periods, special periods).
  Leading Ledger: The primary ledger used for financial reporting in SAP, which typically reflects the company's main accounting principles.
  Non-Leading Ledger: Secondary ledgers that may be used for different accounting principles or reporting requirements.
  
  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 requirements.