How To Fix CNV_20211_CHECK101 - Participating companies use FI-SL with different settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20211_CHECK - Messages for check functions (company conversion)

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Participating companies use FI-SL with different settings

What causes this issue?

The participating companies use FI-SL with different settings.
The following situations are possible:
The companies do not use the same FI-SL ledgers
The companies use the same FI-SL ledgers but with different settings
The companies use the same FI-SL ledgers but with different activities
or the activities have a different posting indicator

System Response

Error

How to fix this error?

A company merge will lead to inconsistencies on special ledger level. A
company merge can be done only when all participating companies have the
same settings. We recommend that you engage the services of a special
ledger consultant in order to identify additional activities.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20211_CHECK101 - Participating companies use FI-SL with different settings ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20211_CHECK101 indicates that participating companies in a system landscape are using the Financial Accounting (FI) Subledger (FI-SL) with different settings. This typically arises during data migration or system conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Conversion Tools or during the implementation of SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Different company codes or entities are configured with inconsistent settings in the FI-SL module.
  There are discrepancies in the configuration of the FI-SL settings, such as different chart of accounts, fiscal year variants, or other financial settings that are not aligned across the participating companies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the FI-SL configuration for each participating company code. Ensure that they are aligned in terms of:
  
  Chart of accounts
  Fiscal year variants
  Document types
  Other relevant settings
  
  
  
  
  
  Standardize Settings:
  
  If discrepancies are found, standardize the settings across all participating companies. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the configuration of one or more company codes to match the others.
  Creating a unified chart of accounts if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be specific guidelines or recommendations for handling FI-SL configurations.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Tools:
  
  Utilize SAP tools such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other conversion tools that can help identify and rectify configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes do not adversely affect other areas of the system.
  
  
  
  Seek Expert Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider consulting with an SAP expert or a consultant who specializes in FI-SL configurations and migrations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on FI-SL and its configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CNV_20211_CHECK101 error and implement a solution to resolve it.