How To Fix CNV_20211_CHECK171 - Ledger &1/activity &2: different settings in the participating companies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Ledger &1/activity &2: different settings in the participating companies

What causes this issue?

Ledger &V1& / activity &V2& has different settings in the participating
companies.

System Response

Error

How to fix this error?

A company merge will lead to inconsistencies at special ledger level. A
company merge can be done only if 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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20211_CHECK171 - Ledger &1/activity &2: different settings in the participating companies ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20211_CHECK171 typically indicates that there are inconsistencies in the configuration settings of the ledgers or activities across different company codes in your SAP system. This error often arises during data migration or when performing activities that involve multiple company codes, such as during a system conversion or when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the settings for the specified ledger (&1) and activity (&2) are not aligned across the participating companies. This could be due to:
  
  Different Ledger Settings: Each company code may have different configurations for the same ledger, such as different currencies, fiscal year variants, or posting periods.
  Inconsistent Activity Settings: The activities associated with the ledger may not be uniformly defined across the company codes.
  Missing Configuration: One or more company codes may not have the required ledger or activity configured at all.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Ledger > Define Ledgers.
  Verify that the ledger settings are consistent across all relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Check Activity Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the activities associated with the ledger are uniformly defined across all participating company codes.
  You can check this in the same SPRO path under Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Ledger > Define Activities.
  
  
  
  Compare Settings:
  
  Use transaction codes like OB22 (for ledger settings) and OB37 (for activity settings) to compare the configurations across different company codes.
  Identify any discrepancies and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Adjust Company Code Settings:
  
  If you find that a company code is missing a configuration, you may need to create or adjust the settings to match those of the other company codes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22, OB37, and SPRO for configuration checks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed steps on configuring ledgers and activities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they can provide more tailored guidance based on your specific system configuration.