How To Fix CNV_PE259 - Preceding status of worklist item cannot be determined

CNV_PE259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Preceding status of worklist item cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

Preceding status of worklist item (ID: &V1&) cannot be automatically
determined.
Worklist item internal key (if available): &V2&
Current worklist item status: &V3&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNV_PE259 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE259 ("Preceding status of worklist item cannot be determined") typically occurs in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or SAP Data Services tools. This error indicates that the system is unable to ascertain the previous status of a worklist item, which is essential for processing the data correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The worklist item may not have all the necessary data or status information required for processing.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from determining the preceding status.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the migration or conversion tools can lead to this error.
  Missing Dependencies: The worklist item may depend on other items or processes that have not been completed or are missing.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or connectivity problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Worklist Item Data: Review the