How To Fix CNV_20375_CHECK018 - Conversion of primary cost element &1 not supported

CNV_20375_CHECK018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20375_CHECK - Message Class for 20375 Checks

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Conversion of primary cost element &1 not supported

What causes this issue?

The solution Controlling Area Merge does not support primary cost
elements. To change primary cost elements a chart of accounts conversion
is required.
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.

CNV_20375_CHECK018 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_20375_CHECK018 indicates that the conversion of a primary cost element is not supported during a data migration or conversion process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP S/4HANA migrations or when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Cost Element Type: The primary cost element you are trying to convert may not be supported for the specific migration scenario you are executing.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in your SAP system that prevent the conversion of certain cost elements.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or issues with the data related to the cost element in the source system.
  Migration Tool Limitations: The migration tool being used may have limitations regarding the types of cost elements that can be converted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration: Review the configuration of the primary cost element in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and is compatible with