How To Fix CNV_20400_CHECK056 - Some source controlling areas are not assigned to an fin. mngmnt area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Some source controlling areas are not assigned to an fin. mngmnt area

What causes this issue?

One or more controlling areas are not assigned to Financial Management
Area but target controlling area is. No technical preparation is needed,
but all source controlling areas will be assigned Financial Management
Area after conversion.

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_CHECK056 - Some source controlling areas are not assigned to an fin. mngmnt area ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK056 indicates that some source controlling areas are not assigned to a financial management area. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there are inconsistencies in the configuration of controlling areas and financial management areas in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that certain controlling areas (which are used for internal cost accounting) do not have a corresponding assignment to a financial management area (which is used for external financial reporting).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to:
  Controlling (CO) -> General Controlling -> Master Data -> Controlling Area -> Assign Controlling Area to Company Code
  
  Ensure that all controlling areas are properly assigned to the relevant company codes and financial management areas.
  
  
  
  Assign Controlling Areas:
  
  If you find any controlling areas that are not assigned, you need to assign them to the appropriate financial management area. This can typically be done in the same IMG path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  If you are using a migration tool, check the settings and mappings to ensure that all controlling areas are correctly defined and linked to their respective financial management areas.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on your data to ensure that there are no other related issues that might be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration process you are using, as there may be additional steps or considerations based on the version of SAP you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the migration process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) and OKKP (for controlling area settings) to check and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_20400_CHECK056 error and ensure that your controlling areas are properly assigned to financial management areas.