How To Fix CNV_20900007 - Vendor &1 (to be converted) does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20900 - Message class for package CNV_20900

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Vendor &1 (to be converted) does not exist in the system

What causes this issue?

Vendor record &V1&, which is supposed to be converted, does not exist
in the system. It may represent an interval limit or similar.

How to fix this error?

Check the vendor number for typing errors.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20900007 - Vendor &1 (to be converted) does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20900007 indicates that a vendor specified in a conversion process does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion activities, particularly when using SAP's data migration tools or during the implementation of SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor in question has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, the vendor data may not have been properly imported or mapped.
  Inactive Vendor: The vendor may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the vendor master data settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Use transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) to check if the vendor exists in the system.
  If the vendor does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor).
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Number:
  
  Ensure that the vendor number being referenced is correct. Check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the migration files or mapping to ensure that the vendor data is included and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can be done in the vendor master data settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Migration Tools Documentation:
  
  If you are using a specific migration tool (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), refer to the documentation for any specific requirements or steps related to vendor data.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  If applicable, run any consistency checks provided by the migration tool to identify and resolve issues with vendor data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Data Migration Tools: Familiarize yourself with the specific data migration tools and their requirements, especially if you are migrating from an older SAP system to S/4HANA.
  Master Data Governance: Consider implementing Master Data Governance (MDG) practices to maintain the integrity of vendor data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error CNV_20900007 and ensure that the vendor data is correctly handled in your SAP system.