How To Fix CNV_PE432 - Field &1 not allowed as group ID field

CNV_PE432 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 432

• Message text: Field &1 not allowed as group ID field

What causes this issue?

Only character-like and numeric fields can be used as grouping fields,
however currency fields are not allowed.

System Response

Error

How to fix this error?

Choose a different field as grouping field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNV_PE432 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE432, which states "Field &1 not allowed as group ID field," typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools. This error indicates that the field specified (represented by &1) is not permitted to be used as a group ID field in the context of the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Field Usage: The field you are trying to use as a group ID is not defined or recognized as a valid group ID field in the context of the data migration or conversion process.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model or structure of the target system may have specific requirements or restrictions on which fields can be used as group IDs.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the migration tool or the target system that restrict the use of certain fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Validity: Verify that