How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN117 - Plant cannot be initial in &1, Storage location is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_SIN - Messages for s-innovations migration

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Plant cannot be initial in &1, Storage location is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN117 - Plant cannot be initial in &1, Storage location is &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN117 indicates that there is an issue with the initialization of a plant in the context of a data migration or conversion process. Specifically, the error states that the plant cannot be initialized because the specified storage location is not valid or does not exist for that plant.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Storage Location: The storage location specified in the error message (&2) does not exist for the plant (&1) in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The plant may not be properly configured in the system, or the storage location may not be assigned to the plant.
  Data Migration Issues: If this error occurs during a data migration process, it may be due to incorrect mapping or missing data in the migration files.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OX18 (for plants) and OLI3 (for storage locations) to verify that the plant and storage location are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the storage location is assigned to the plant in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Data in Migration Files:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration, check the source data files to ensure that the storage location is correctly mapped to the plant.
  Make sure that the storage location exists in the target system before running the migration.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Storage Location:
  
  If the storage location does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code OLI1 (to create a storage location) and assign it to the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the data migration process you are using, as there may be specific steps or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify plant and storage location settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OX18: Maintain Plant
  OLI1: Create Storage Location
  OLI3: Display Storage Location
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the CNV_DMC_SIN117 error for additional guidance or patches.
  Data Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit, refer to its documentation for specific instructions on handling errors during migration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_DMC_SIN117 error and successfully initialize the plant and storage location in your SAP system.