How To Fix CNV_PE_S4_AFS006 - No Inactive Profit Center Found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE_S4_AFS - Messages for Posting Engine AFS to S/4 Content

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No Inactive Profit Center Found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE_S4_AFS006 - No Inactive Profit Center Found ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE_S4_AFS006: No Inactive Profit Center Found typically occurs during the migration process or data conversion when the system is unable to find an inactive profit center that is required for the operation being performed. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP S/4HANA migrations, particularly when dealing with the AFS (Apparel and Footwear Solution) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inactive Profit Centers: The error indicates that the system is looking for inactive profit centers that are not present in the database. This can happen if the profit centers were deleted or never created.
  Data Migration Issues: During the migration process, if the mapping of profit centers is not done correctly, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the requirements of the migration or the business processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profit Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE52 (Change Profit Center) and verify if the inactive profit centers exist.
  If they do not exist, you may need to create them or adjust your migration strategy to accommodate the missing profit centers.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Preparation:
  
  Ensure that all necessary profit centers (both active and inactive) are included in your migration data.
  Review the mapping of profit centers in your migration tool (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit) to ensure that all required profit centers are accounted for.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration Settings:
  
  If you are using a migration tool, check the settings to ensure that it is configured to handle inactive profit centers correctly.
  You may need to adjust the migration logic to bypass or include inactive profit centers as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to the migration process for any specific instructions regarding profit centers.
  Check for any notes or updates from SAP that may address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Engage SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or migration scenario.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KE52 (Change Profit Center), KE51 (Create Profit Center), KE53 (Display Profit Center).
  Migration Tools: SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, SAP Data Services.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal, SAP Notes related to migration and profit center management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.