How To Fix CNV_PE838 - Old development class could not be reset (not editable)

CNV_PE838 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Old development class could not be reset (not editable)

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CNV_PE838 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV_PE838 indicates that an old development class could not be reset because it is not editable. This typically occurs during a conversion or migration process, particularly when using SAP's tools for data migration or system conversion.
  
  Cause:
  
  Development Class Status: The development class (or package) is likely set to a status that prevents it from being modified. This can happen if the package is locked or if it is in a transport request that is not released.
  Transport Management: If the development class is part of a transport request that has been released or is in a different system, it may not be editable in the current environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to reset the development class may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Development Class Status:
  
  Go to transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) and check the status of the development class. Ensure that it is not