How To Fix CNV_20100258 - In T8G17 for new CoA &1: Overlap of intervals: &2; &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 258

• Message text: In T8G17 for new CoA &1: Overlap of intervals: &2; &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20100258 - In T8G17 for new CoA &1: Overlap of intervals: &2; &3 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20100258 typically occurs during the conversion process when there is an overlap of intervals in the Chart of Accounts (CoA) configuration. This error is related to the migration or conversion of financial data, particularly when setting up a new Chart of Accounts in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there are overlapping intervals in the configuration of the Chart of Accounts. This can happen if:
  
  Two or more account ranges are defined that overlap with each other.
  The intervals for account numbers or ranges are not unique, leading to conflicts.
  There may be incorrect or duplicate entries in the configuration tables related to the Chart of Accounts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD4 (for defining the Chart of Accounts) or OBD2 (for maintaining the account groups).
  Review the defined intervals for the accounts and ensure that there are no overlaps. Each interval should be unique and should not intersect with others.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Intervals:
  
  If you find overlapping intervals, adjust them to ensure that each interval is distinct. This may involve changing the start and end values of the intervals to eliminate overlaps.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Data:
  
  If you are migrating data, check the source data for any inconsistencies or overlaps that may have been carried over. Clean up the data before attempting the migration again.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like OBD1 to check the Chart of Accounts settings and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration by running the migration process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Backup Configuration: Always ensure that you have a backup of your configuration before making changes, so you can revert if necessary.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_20100258 error and successfully configure your new Chart of Accounts without overlapping intervals.