How To Fix CNV_OT_APPL_PE020 - FI document item &2/&4(&3) in company code &1 is not an open item

CNV_OT_APPL_PE020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OT_APPL_PE - Messages for application specific functions

• Message number: 020

• Message text: FI document item &2/&4(&3) in company code &1 is not an open item

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CNV_OT_APPL_PE020 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_OT_APPL_PE020 indicates that there is an issue with a financial document item in the specified company code. Specifically, the error states that the document item is not an open item, which can occur during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Document: The document item referenced in the error message has already been cleared or settled, meaning it is no longer an open item in the system.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: During data migration, there may be incorrect mapping of open items, leading to attempts to process items that are not open.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as missing or incorrect references to open items.
  Timing Issues: The document may have been closed after the migration process started, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Status: Check the status of the document item in the