How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK017 - All company codes have identical settings for local currencies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: All company codes have identical settings for local currencies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK017 - All company codes have identical settings for local currencies ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK017 indicates that all company codes in the system have identical settings for local currencies. This situation can arise during the configuration of company codes in SAP, particularly when setting up financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  Identical Local Currency Settings: All company codes are configured to use the same local currency, which can lead to issues in reporting and financial consolidation.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for local currencies in the company code configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the local currency settings may not have been properly differentiated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Company Code > Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code).
  Check the local currency settings for each company code. Ensure that they are not all set to the same currency.
  
  
  
  Change Local Currency:
  
  If necessary, change the local currency for one or more company codes to ensure that they are not identical. This can be done in the same configuration area where you reviewed the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to currency settings and company code configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer appears and that financial reports are generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (Company Code Settings) and OB22 (Define Currency Types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to currency settings and company code configurations that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring company codes and local currencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVA_20290_CHECK017 error and ensure that your company codes are configured correctly for local currencies.