How To Fix CNV_OT_APPL_PE018 - Open item &2/&4(&3) is not found in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OT_APPL_PE - Messages for application specific functions

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Open item &2/&4(&3) is not found in company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_OT_APPL_PE018 - Open item &2/&4(&3) is not found in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_OT_APPL_PE018 indicates that an open item specified in the system cannot be found in the designated company code. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Open Item: The open item referenced in the error message does not exist in the specified company code. This could be due to:
  
  The item was already cleared or posted.
  The item was not included in the data migration process.
  Incorrect company code or item reference in the migration data.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as incorrect mappings or missing records.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not be properly configured to handle the open items being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Open Item Existence:
  
  Check the specified company code in the SAP system to confirm whether the open item exists. You can do this by using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to search for the item.
  
  
  
  Check Migration Data:
  
  Review the data being migrated to ensure that all necessary open items are included and correctly mapped to the target company code.
  
  
  
  Correct Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the company code specified in the migration process is correct. If the item belongs to a different company code, you may need to adjust your migration data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the open item was cleared or posted before the migration, ensure that your migration logic accounts for this. You may need to exclude such items from the migration.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the migration logs for additional details or related errors that might provide more context on why the open item could not be found.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might address this specific error or provide guidance on handling similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to open item management, such as FBL1N, FBL3N, and FB03 (Document Display).
  Migration Tools: Understand the tools and processes involved in your data migration, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or Data Services.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.