How To Fix CNV_20200_CHECK097 - There are critical differences in the G/L account master data

CNV_20200_CHECK097 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 097

• Message text: There are critical differences in the G/L account master data

What causes this issue?

There are critical differences in the G/L account master data.

System Response

Warning, with action required

How to fix this error?

The G/L account master records must be harmonized before the merge can
take place. Choose the <ZK>Details</> pushbutton in each message to see
which master records have differences. The field "not exists" in the
listed table means that there is no entry found for the reference
company code. In this case, you should create an entry to ensure that
the system uses the settings from the reference company code.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNV_20200_CHECK097 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK097 indicates that there are critical differences in the General Ledger (G/L) account master data during a data migration or conversion process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP S/4HANA migrations or when using the SAP Conversion Tools.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by discrepancies in the G/L account master data between the source system and the target system. Common reasons for this error include:
  
  Missing G/L Accounts: The G/L accounts that are referenced in the source data do not exist in the target system.
  Different Account Types: The account types (e.g., asset, expense, revenue) may differ between the source and target systems.
  Inconsistent Account Settings: Differences in settings such as currency, account group, or other master data attributes can lead to this error.
  Data Structure Changes: Changes in the data structure or configuration between the source and target systems can also cause discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CNV_20200_CHECK097 error, you