How To Fix CNV_20400_CHECK047 - Implicit change of controling area currency type to 10

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Implicit change of controling area currency type to 10

What causes this issue?

The Currency Type of Controlling Areas is changing to 10. The Company
Codes for the Source Controlling Areas do not have the same Currency as
the Reference Controlling Area. A currency conversion must be done
before the controlling area merge.
You cannot run the transformation solution <ZK>Controlling Area Merge</>
because certain prerequisites have not been met. Please change your
mapping accordingly or contact SAP for support by creating a ticket
using component CA-LT-CNV.

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_CHECK047 - Implicit change of controling area currency type to 10 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK047 indicates an issue related to the implicit change of the controlling area currency type to 10 (which typically refers to the controlling area currency being set to a specific currency type). This error often arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Conversion Tools or during system upgrades.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: The controlling area is set to a currency type that does not match the expected configuration or the data being processed.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, if the controlling area currency is not properly defined or if there are inconsistencies in the currency settings, this error can occur.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the controlling area settings or in the financial settings of the SAP system can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKKP (Controlling Area) and verify the currency settings for the controlling area.
  Ensure that the currency type is correctly set and matches the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  If you are performing a data migration, review the migration settings and ensure that the currency types are correctly defined in the migration tool.
  Make sure that the source and target systems have compatible currency settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Currency Type:
  
  If necessary, adjust the currency type in the controlling area settings to match the expected type (e.g., change it to currency type 10 if that is the requirement).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the data migration or conversion process can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Types in SAP: In SAP, currency types are used to define how currencies are handled in financial transactions. Common currency types include:
  
  10: Company code currency
  20: Group currency
  30: Hard currency
  40: Index-based currency
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Define Exchange Rates) and OBY6 (Define Company Code Global Parameters) for currency settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on controlling area configuration and currency settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.