How To Fix CNV_20100215 - CoA merge: Source cost element &1 exists; implicit merge by CostEl rename

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20100 - Messageclass for chart of account conversion

• Message number: 215

• Message text: CoA merge: Source cost element &1 exists; implicit merge by CostEl rename

What causes this issue?

When checking the cost elements that will be merged, the system found
that target cost element &V1& will be converted into &V2& (mapping &V1&
-> &V2&).
Another source cost element &V3& exists already in the database and will
also be transferred to target cost element &V2& as a consequence of the
chart of accounts change.
This means that cost element &V1& will implicitly be merged with
existing cost element &V3& at <DS:TX.CNV_20100_TX_ASEGMENT>A level</> as
well as at <DS:TX.CNV_20100_TX_BSEGMENT>B level</>.

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

This has the following cnsequences. You need:
to find out if the implicit merge is correct from a logical point of
view
to explicitely include the entry &V3& -> &V2& to the mapping
consider the priority indicator. If the priority indicator is not set,
it is not clear which settings will take priority when cost elements
&V1& and &V3& are merged into &V2&

How to fix this error?

<ZH>Regarding item 2:</>
Explicitely include the mapping &V3& -> &V2& in the mapping table so
that at least the following entries exist in the mapping table:
&V1& -> &V2&
&V3& -> &V2&
If necessary, any others with target account &V2&.
This allows the system to check the merge for logical correctness.
A troubleshooting activity is associated to this activity which supports
you in creating the required mapping entries to resolve the implicit
merges.
<ZH>Regarding item 3:</>
Set the priority indicator for one of the entries with target cost
element &V2&.
&NOTE&
It is possible to do the conversion without setting the priority
indicator. In this case you should check the A segment settings (master
data in chart of accounts) as well as the B segment settings (master
data in controlling area, transaction KA02) for the cost element &V2&
after the conversion.
&ADDITIONAL_HINTS&
The priority indicator must not be set more than <ZH>once</> for all
merges to a given target account. This is also valid for cross-charts of
accounts merges.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20100215 - CoA merge: Source cost element &1 exists; implicit merge by CostEl rename ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20100215 is related to the Cost Element (CoA) merge process during a migration or conversion project, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools. This error indicates that there is a conflict with the source cost element during the merge process, specifically that the source cost element already exists in the target system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to merge cost elements from a source chart of accounts (CoA) into a target CoA.
  The source cost element you are trying to merge already exists in the target CoA.
  The system attempts an implicit merge by renaming the cost element, which may not be the desired outcome.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Cost Elements:
  
  Review the target CoA to identify the existing cost element that is causing the conflict. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., KS01 for creating cost elements) or using reports to list cost elements.
  
  
  
  Rename or Adjust Source Cost Elements:
  
  If the source cost element can be renamed without affecting your financial reporting, consider adjusting the naming convention in the source system before the merge.
  Ensure that the new name does not conflict with existing cost elements in the target system.
  
  
  
  Modify the Mapping:
  
  If you are using a mapping file or tool, ensure that the mapping for the cost elements is correctly defined to avoid conflicts.
  You may need to explicitly define how to handle the merging of cost elements in your migration strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the CNV_20100215 error for any specific guidelines or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test migration to ensure that the changes resolve the conflict without introducing new issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in migration projects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Element), KS02 (Change Cost Element), and KS03 (Display Cost Element).
  Migration Tools: Understand the tools you are using for the migration, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, and their specific functionalities regarding CoA merging.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling CoA merges.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_20100215 error and successfully complete the CoA merge process.