Message type: E = Error
Message class:  CNV_CMIS_A_20 - Message class for Cross-Client Customizing Comparison (SLO) 
Message number: 119
Message text: State update failure
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The SAP error message CNV_CMIS_A_20119 with the description "State update failure" typically occurs during the execution of a conversion or migration process, particularly in the context of SAP's Conversion and Migration tools. This error indicates that there was a failure in updating the state of the conversion process, which can be due to various reasons. Possible Causes: Database Locking Issues: The database might be locked due to other transactions, preventing the state update from being executed. Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the migration might not have the necessary authorizations to perform the state update. Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, which can lead to failures in state updates. Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database connection or issues with the migration tools themselves.
Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the migration tool or the system can lead to state update failures. Solutions: Check Database Locks:
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