How To Fix CNV_20306_CHECK013 - No priority provided for target controlling area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20306_CHECK - Message Class for package CNV_20306_CHECK

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No priority provided for target controlling area &1

What causes this issue?

No priority indicator specified for the target controlling area &V1&.
This can lead to inconsistencies during the conversion.
To run the transformation solution, each target controlling area must
have exactly one source controlling area with the priority indicator set
(reference controlling area).
You cannot run the transformation solution Controlling Area Merge
because certain prerequisites have not been met. Please change your
mapping accordingly.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20306_CHECK013 - No priority provided for target controlling area &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20306_CHECK013 indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of a target controlling area in the context of a data migration or conversion process. Specifically, the error states that no priority has been provided for the target controlling area specified by &1.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises during the data migration process when the system expects a priority setting for the target controlling area but finds that it has not been defined. The priority is important for determining the order in which data should be processed or migrated.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings for the controlling area in your SAP system.
  Ensure that a priority has been assigned to the target controlling area. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Assign Priority:
  
  If you find that the priority is missing, you will need to assign a priority value. This is often done in the transaction code related to controlling area settings (e.g., OX19 for defining controlling areas).
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Migration:
  
  After assigning the priority, re-run the migration or conversion process that triggered the error. 
  
  
  
  Check Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the migration process you are performing. There may be specific instructions or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to controlling area configuration, such as OX19 (Define Controlling Area) and OX10 (Maintain Controlling Area).
  Migration Tools: If you are using specific migration tools (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), ensure that you are following the guidelines provided for those tools.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By ensuring that the target controlling area has a defined priority, you should be able to resolve the CNV_20306_CHECK013 error and proceed with your data migration successfully.