How To Fix CNV_20000171 - Valid inputs are +1, -1 , -2 only

CNV_20000171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20000 - Messages for fiscal year change

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Valid inputs are +1, -1 , -2 only

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CNV_20000171 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_20000171 indicates that a specific input value is expected, and the only valid inputs are +1, -1, or -2. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's tools for data transfer or transformation.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system receives an input value that is not one of the accepted values (+1, -1, -2). This could happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an invalid value in a field that only accepts the specified inputs.
  Data Mapping Issues: During data migration, the mapping of source data to target fields may not align correctly, leading to invalid values being passed.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings of the migration tool or program that is causing it to expect these specific values.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the