How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK072 - Reference company code &1 does not use asset accounting.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Reference company code &1 does not use asset accounting.

Reference company code &1 does not use asset accounting. However,
there are other participating company codes that use asset accounting.
Either assign one existing company code for number assignment to
reference company code &1, or create a new company code for number
assignment if necessary and specify the required number ranges and
assign reference company code &1 to this newly created company
code for number assignment. Also, specify company code-related
depreciation area specifications if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK072 - Reference company code &1 does not use asset accounting. ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK072 indicates that the reference company code specified in your transaction does not have Asset Accounting (AA) activated. This can occur during various processes, such as during the migration of data or when trying to perform transactions that require asset accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Asset Accounting Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the specified company code does not have Asset Accounting configured or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code referenced in the transaction may be incorrect or not intended for asset accounting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the company code and its integration with Asset Accounting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Company Code > Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code.
  Verify that the company code in question is correctly set up and that Asset Accounting is activated.
  
  
  
  Activate Asset Accounting:
  
  If Asset Accounting is not activated, you will need to activate it for the company code. This can typically be done in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  Ensure that all necessary settings for Asset Accounting are completed, including defining the necessary settings for depreciation areas, asset classes, etc.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the company code in question. If the company code is not supposed to use Asset Accounting, you may need to adjust your transaction or select a different company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on configuring Asset Accounting for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OAYD (for Asset Accounting settings) or OX15 (to check company code settings) to navigate directly to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to company code settings and asset accounting configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVA_20290_CHECK072 error and ensure that your company code is properly set up for Asset Accounting.