How To Fix CNV_20400_CHECK081 - Controlling Area &1 does not use a currency and valuation profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Controlling Area &1 does not use a currency and valuation profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK081 - Controlling Area &1 does not use a currency and valuation profile ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK081 indicates that the controlling area specified (denoted as &1) does not have a currency and valuation profile assigned to it. This is a common issue that can arise during data migration or when setting up controlling areas in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The controlling area has not been configured with a currency and valuation profile. This profile is essential for defining how costs and revenues are managed within the controlling area.
  Incorrect Settings: The controlling area may have been set up incorrectly, or the necessary profiles may not have been assigned during the initial configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the controlling area may not have been properly set up in the target SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a currency and valuation profile to the controlling area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Find Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Controlling Area > Define Controlling Area.
  
  
  
  Edit the Controlling Area:
  
  Locate the controlling area that is causing the error.
  Click on the controlling area to edit its settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Currency and Valuation Profile:
  
  In the controlling area settings, look for the fields related to the currency and valuation profile.
  Assign the appropriate currency and valuation profile that matches your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Error:
  
  After saving, try to execute the transaction or process that was causing the error to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency and Valuation Profile: This profile determines how currency is managed in the controlling area, including the types of currencies used and how they are converted.
  Controlling Area: This is an organizational unit within SAP that represents a closed system for cost accounting. It is used to manage costs and revenues.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OKKP (to maintain controlling area settings) or OB08 (to maintain exchange rates) for related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or configurations that need to be addressed.