How To Fix CNV_20375_CHECK045 - Differences regarding functional areas found, merge not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20375_CHECK - Message Class for 20375 Checks

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Differences regarding functional areas found, merge not possible

What causes this issue?

The participating cost elements are assigned to different functional
areas. Cost elements with different functional areas cannot be merged.
You cannot run the transformation solution 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_20375_CHECK045 - Differences regarding functional areas found, merge not possible ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20375_CHECK045 indicates that there are differences in functional areas between the source and target systems during a data migration or conversion process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data migration tools, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other conversion tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the functional areas (which can refer to various organizational units, business processes, or data structures) in the source system do not match those in the target system. This mismatch can prevent the merging of data, as the system cannot reconcile the differences in how the data is structured or categorized.
  Possible Causes Include:
  
  Different Configuration: The source and target systems may have different configurations or settings for functional areas.
  Missing Data: Certain functional areas may be missing in one of the systems, leading to inconsistencies.
  Custom Developments: Customizations in either system that affect how functional areas are defined or used.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model between versions of SAP or between different implementations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Analyze the Differences:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to compare the functional area definitions in both systems.
  Identify the specific differences that are causing the error.
  
  
  
  Align Functional Areas:
  
  Ensure that the functional areas in the source and target systems are aligned. This may involve creating missing functional areas in one of the systems or modifying existing ones to match.
  
  
  
  Check Customizations:
  
  Review any custom developments that may affect functional areas and ensure they are consistent across both systems.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping:
  
  If there are legitimate differences in how functional areas are used, consider creating a mapping strategy that allows for the differences to be reconciled during the migration process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration tool you are using for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test migration to ensure that the error is resolved and that data can be merged successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Migration Cockpit Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Migration Cockpit or the specific tool you are using for any specific guidelines related to functional areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CNV_20375_CHECK045 error and implement a solution to allow for successful data migration.