How To Fix CNV_20310021 - Cost center in VARYF cannot be converted (SCLAS unequal "K")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20310 - Messages for CWB package 20310

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Cost center in VARYF cannot be converted (SCLAS unequal "K")

What causes this issue?

Cost center in VARYF field &V1& cannot be converted because SCLAS is not
equal to "K"
VARYF = &V2&
SCLAS = &V3&
SOBID = &V4&

System Response

Warning
The field contents could not be converted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20310021 - Cost center in VARYF cannot be converted (SCLAS unequal "K") ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20310021 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of cost centers during a data migration or conversion process, specifically related to the classification of the cost center. The error message states that the cost center in the VARYF table cannot be converted because the SCLAS (which stands for "Object Class") is unequal to "K", meaning that the system is expecting a cost center but is encountering a different object class.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Class: The cost center being processed has an object class that is not recognized as a valid cost center (SCLAS should be "K").
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as incorrect mappings or data entries that do not conform to the expected structure.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize certain object classes as cost centers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Class: Verify the object class of the cost center in the VARYF table. Ensure that it is set to "K" for cost centers. If it is not, you may need to correct the data or mapping.
  Data Validation: Review the data being migrated to ensure that all entries intended to be cost centers are correctly classified. This may involve checking the source data for errors or inconsistencies.
  Adjust Mapping: If you are using a migration tool or program, check the mapping configuration to ensure that it correctly maps the source data to the target cost center structure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test migration to ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with the full migration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the VARYF table and SE16 (Data Browser) to view the data.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling cost center conversions.
  Migration Tools: If you are using SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other migration tools, ensure that you are following the recommended procedures for data migration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and data.