How To Fix CNV_20100604 - Account /cost element & is also used in live chart of accounts &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Account /cost element & is also used in live chart of accounts &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20100604 - Account /cost element & is also used in live chart of accounts & ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20100604 typically occurs during the migration or conversion process when there is a conflict with account or cost element usage in the live chart of accounts. This error indicates that the account or cost element you are trying to use is already in use in the live system, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts during the data migration process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage: The account or cost element you are trying to migrate is already being used in the live chart of accounts.
  Data Migration Issues: The migration process may not have properly accounted for existing data, leading to conflicts.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the migration requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Conflicts: Check the live chart of accounts to identify where the account or cost element is being used. You can do this by running reports or using transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master) or