How To Fix CNV_20400_CHECK043 - Some source controlling areas are not assigned to an operating concern

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20400_CHECK - Messages for check functions (controlling area merge)

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Some source controlling areas are not assigned to an operating concern

What causes this issue?

One or more controlling areas are not assigned to OC &V1& but reference
controlling area is. No technical preparation is needed, but all source
controlling areas will use CO-PA after conversion. (CO-PA customizing
has to be checked and adjusted for additional controlling areas.)

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_20400_CHECK043 - Some source controlling areas are not assigned to an operating concern ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK043 indicates that some source controlling areas are not assigned to an operating concern. This error typically arises during the data migration process, particularly when using the SAP Conversion or Migration tools, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data transfer methods.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires that all controlling areas involved in the migration process must be assigned to an operating concern. An operating concern is a key organizational unit in SAP that is used for Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). If any controlling area is not linked to an operating concern, the system cannot proceed with the migration or data transfer.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that all controlling areas are properly assigned to an operating concern. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to the transaction code OKKP (Controlling Area).
  Check the list of controlling areas and verify if they are assigned to an operating concern.
  
  
  
  Assign Controlling Areas to Operating Concern:
  
  If you find any controlling areas that are not assigned, you can assign them to an operating concern.
  In the same transaction (OKKP), select the controlling area and choose the option to assign it to an operating concern.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary assignments, verify that the configuration is correct by checking the settings in the controlling area and operating concern.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Migration Process:
  
  Once the assignments are corrected, re-run the migration process or the specific transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKP: Controlling Area Configuration
  KOKC: Operating Concern Configuration
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring controlling areas and operating concerns.
  Check SAP Notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, it is advisable to perform thorough testing to ensure that the data migration proceeds without further issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_20400_CHECK043 error and successfully complete your data migration or conversion process.