How To Fix CNV_20011001 - Old Fiscal Year Variant: &1, New Fiscal Year Variant: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20011 - Fiscal Year Variant

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Old Fiscal Year Variant: &1, New Fiscal Year Variant: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20011001 - Old Fiscal Year Variant: &1, New Fiscal Year Variant: &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20011001 typically occurs during the conversion process when there is a mismatch between the fiscal year variants in the system. This error indicates that the old fiscal year variant (represented by &1) does not match the new fiscal year variant (represented by &2) that is being used in the conversion process.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Fiscal Year Variants: The error arises when the system detects that the fiscal year variant assigned to the old data does not correspond to the fiscal year variant assigned to the new data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings of the SAP system, where the fiscal year variants are not properly defined or aligned.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or conversion processes, if the fiscal year variants are not correctly mapped, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variants:
  
  Verify the fiscal year variants assigned to both the old and new data. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OB29 for fiscal year variant configuration).
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant for the old data matches the one for the new data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If there is a discrepancy, you may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that both the old and new fiscal year variants are aligned.
  If necessary, create a new fiscal year variant that matches the requirements of both datasets.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping:
  
  During data migration, ensure that the mapping of fiscal year variants is correctly set up in the migration tools or scripts being used.
  Review the migration plan to ensure that all relevant data is being converted with the correct fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific conversion process you are undertaking. There may be specific guidelines or best practices for handling fiscal year variants.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test run of the conversion process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29: Maintain Fiscal Year Variants
  OBA7: Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on fiscal year variant issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_20011001 error and ensure a smooth conversion process.