How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK128 - No business places (branches) used by relevant company codes.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 128

• Message text: No business places (branches) used by relevant company codes.

No business places (branches) are used by the participating company
codes. The company code merge is possible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK128 - No business places (branches) used by relevant company codes. ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK128 indicates that there are no business places (or branches) assigned to the relevant company codes in the system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or similar modules where business places are required for certain operations, such as billing or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for business places has not been set up in the system for the specified company codes.
  Incorrect Company Code Assignment: The company codes may not be correctly linked to any business places, leading to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the business places may not have been transferred or configured correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Place Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Go to the path: SPRO > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Business Places.
  Ensure that business places are defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign Business Places to Company Codes:
  
  After ensuring that business places are defined, you need to assign them to the relevant company codes.
  This can typically be done in the same configuration area where you defined the business places.
  Ensure that each company code that requires business places has at least one business place assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the company codes in question to ensure they are correctly set up to use business places.
  You can do this by navigating to SPRO > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Assign Company Code to Business Place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction that previously triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or help guides specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Place: A business place in SAP is a subdivision of a company code that is used for reporting and legal purposes. It allows for more granular financial reporting.
  Company Code: A company code is the smallest organizational unit in SAP for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVA_20290_CHECK128 error and ensure that your business places are correctly configured for the relevant company codes.