How To Fix CNV_20340_CHECK005 - Source controlling area &1 cycle &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20340_CHECK - Message Class for 20340 Checks

• Message number: 005

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

What causes this issue?

A source mapping value does not exist in the system. To run the
transformation solution, all source mapping values must exist.
You cannot run the transformation solution 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20340_CHECK005 - Source controlling area &1 cycle &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20340_CHECK005 indicates that there is an issue related to the controlling area and cycle in the context of a conversion or migration process. Specifically, the error states that the specified controlling area and cycle 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 Cycle: The cycle specified in the error message does not exist for the given controlling area. This could happen if the cycle was not defined or if it was deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper recognition of the controlling area or cycle.
  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 Cycle:
  
  Check if the cycle specified in the error message exists for the controlling area. You can do this by navigating to the cycle configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OKC1 for creating cycles or OKC2 for changing cycles).
  If the cycle does not exist, you will need to create it or ensure that the correct cycle is referenced.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations related to controlling areas and cycles are correctly set up in the system.
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the mapping and data extraction processes to ensure that all necessary data is included and correctly mapped.
  Validate the source data to ensure that it contains the required controlling areas and cycles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific migration or conversion process you are working on. There may be specific instructions or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX19: Maintain Controlling Area
  OKC1: Create Cycle
  OKC2: Change Cycle
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.