How To Fix CNV_20200_CHECK038 - SAP Dispute Management is active. No multi-system landscape defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20200_CHECK - Messages for check functions (company code merge)

• Message number: 038

• Message text: SAP Dispute Management is active. No multi-system landscape defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK038 - SAP Dispute Management is active. No multi-system landscape defined ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK038 indicates that the SAP Dispute Management module is active, but there is no multi-system landscape defined in your SAP system configuration. This error typically arises during the configuration or execution of processes that require a multi-system setup, such as data migration or integration scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Dispute Management Active: The error suggests that the Dispute Management functionality is enabled in your SAP system.
  Missing Multi-System Landscape: The system is expecting a multi-system landscape configuration, which is not defined. This could mean that the necessary settings for connecting to other systems (like a source or target system) are not configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant settings for Dispute Management.
  Ensure that the multi-system landscape is properly defined. This may involve setting up logical system definitions and ensuring that the necessary RFC connections are established.
  
  
  
  Define Logical Systems:
  
  Use transaction code SALE to define logical systems. Make sure that the systems you want to connect to are properly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Maintain RFC Connections:
  
  Use transaction code SM59 to check and maintain the RFC connections between your systems. Ensure that the connections are working correctly and that the necessary authorizations are in place.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Routes:
  
  If you are working in a transport landscape, ensure that the transport routes are correctly defined and that the systems can communicate with each other.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for Dispute Management and multi-system landscapes to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Dispute Management: This module is part of the SAP Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) suite and is used to manage disputes and claims effectively.
  Multi-System Landscape: This refers to a setup where multiple SAP systems (like development, quality assurance, and production) are interconnected, allowing for data exchange and process integration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for deeper investigation into the configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.