How To Fix CNV_20100424 - Chart of accounts &1 does not exist; name will not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Chart of accounts &1 does not exist; name will not be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20100424 - Chart of accounts &1 does not exist; name will not be created ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20100424 indicates that the system is unable to create a new chart of accounts because the specified chart of accounts (identified by the placeholder &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Migration Cockpit or during the execution of specific conversion programs.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts you are trying to reference or create does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the migration settings or parameters that reference the chart of accounts.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the mapping of the chart of accounts may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts: Check if the chart of accounts you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) ? Financial Accounting (New) ? General Ledger Accounting (New) ? Master Data ? G/L Accounts ? Edit Chart of Accounts List.
  Ensure that the chart of accounts you are trying to reference is listed there.
  
  
  
  Create Chart of Accounts: If the chart of accounts does not exist, you may need to create it:
  
  In the same configuration area, you can create a new chart of accounts by following the appropriate steps.
  
  
  
  Check Migration Settings: If you are using a migration tool, review the settings and mappings to ensure that the chart of accounts is correctly referenced. Make sure that the source data aligns with the target system's configuration.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a specific migration tool or program, refer to the relevant SAP documentation for guidance on how to set up the chart of accounts correctly.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is part of a larger migration project.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to chart of accounts management, such as OBD4 (Define Chart of Accounts) and OBD2 (Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts).
  Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, ensure that you have followed all the necessary steps for data mapping and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.