How To Fix CNV_20200_CHECK415 - Valuation area & is not used by all relevant accounting codes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 415

• Message text: Valuation area & is not used by all relevant accounting codes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK415 - Valuation area & is not used by all relevant accounting codes ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK415 typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools. This error indicates that the valuation area specified is not consistently used across all relevant accounting codes in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Valuation Area Usage: The valuation area (which can be a plant, company code, or other organizational unit) is not uniformly assigned to all accounting codes that are being processed. This inconsistency can arise from:
  
  Missing configuration in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect or incomplete data in the source system.
  Changes in the organizational structure that have not been reflected in the accounting codes.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: During the migration process, if the mapping of valuation areas to accounting codes is not correctly defined, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and verify the configuration for the valuation area. Ensure that it is correctly assigned to all relevant accounting codes.
  Check the settings under Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) to ensure that the valuation area is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Accounting Codes:
  
  Identify the accounting codes that are causing the issue. You can do this by checking the error logs or messages generated during the migration process.
  Ensure that all accounting codes that should use the valuation area are correctly configured to do so.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data in the source system. Ensure that all relevant entries are correctly maintained and that there are no missing or incorrect assignments.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration Mapping:
  
  If you are using a migration tool, review the mapping settings to ensure that the valuation area is correctly mapped to the accounting codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test migration to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) or OBY1 (for valuation area settings) to check and adjust configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling valuation areas and accounting codes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in data migration and financial accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.