How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK004 - There are different controlling areas assigned

CNVA_20290_CHECK004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20290_CHECK - Message class for company code merge preanalysis

• Message number: 004

• Message text: There are different controlling areas assigned

There are different controlling areas assigned to the participating
company codes. A merge of the controlling areas must be done in addition
to the company code merge.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNVA_20290_CHECK004 - Details

• The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK004 indicates that there are different controlling areas assigned in a transaction where only one controlling area is expected. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) modules when trying to perform a transaction that involves multiple controlling areas, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Controlling Areas: The error arises when the system detects that the transaction involves multiple controlling areas, which is not permissible for certain operations.
  Master Data Configuration: The master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may be assigned to different controlling areas, leading to this inconsistency.
  Transaction Data: The transaction data being processed may reference objects from different controlling areas.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) involved in the transaction to ensure they are all assigned to the same controlling area.
  Transaction Review: Verify the transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that all components (like