How To Fix CNV_20320_CHECK008 - Source controlling area &1 activity type &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20320_CHECK - Messages for check functions (Activity Types merge)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Source controlling area &1 activity type &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

A specified source value in the mapping does not exist in the system. To
run the transformation solution all source mapping values must exist.
You cannot run the transformation solution <ZK>Controlling Area Merge</>
because certain prerequisites have not been met. Please change your
mapping accordingly.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20320_CHECK008 - Source controlling area &1 activity type &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20320_CHECK008 indicates that there is an issue related to the controlling area and activity type in the context of a conversion or migration process. Specifically, the error states that the specified controlling area and activity type do not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Controlling Area: The controlling area specified in the error message does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo or because the controlling area has not been created.
  Non-Existent Activity Type: The activity type specified does not exist in the controlling area. This could happen if the activity type was not defined or if it was deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the recognition of the controlling area or activity type.
  Data Migration Issues: If this error occurs during a data migration process, it may be due to incorrect mapping or missing data in the source system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area:
  
  Check if the controlling area specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the controlling area configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OX19).
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your process.
  
  
  
  Verify Activity Type:
  
  Check if the activity type exists within the specified controlling area. You can do this by navigating to the activity type configuration (Transaction code: OX16).
  If the activity type does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for controlling areas and activity types are correctly set up in the system.
  Review any related settings that might affect the visibility or availability of the controlling area and activity type.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Data:
  
  If this error occurs during a migration process, review the mapping and data being migrated to ensure that all necessary controlling areas and activity types are included and correctly referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are performing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX19 (Maintain Controlling Area)
  OX16 (Maintain Activity Types)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.