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How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK208 - The fiscal year variant is different on non-leading ledger level.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 208

  • Message text: The fiscal year variant is different on non-leading ledger level.

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  • The fiscal year variant in New G/L is different on non-leading ledger
    level. You cannot run the transformation solution Company Code Merge
    because certain prerequisites have not been met. We recommend that you
    contact SAP for support by creating a ticket using component CA-LT-CNV.

    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_CHECK208 - The fiscal year variant is different on non-leading ledger level. ?

    The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK208 indicates that there is a mismatch in the fiscal year variant between the non-leading ledger and the leading ledger in your SAP system. This typically occurs during the configuration of the new ledger or when performing data migration activities, such as during a system upgrade or when implementing new functionalities.

    Cause:

    1. Fiscal Year Variant Mismatch: The fiscal year variant defined for the non-leading ledger does not match the fiscal year variant defined for the leading ledger. Each ledger in SAP can have its own fiscal year variant, and they need to be consistent for certain operations.
    2. Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the ledger setup or during the migration process can lead to this error.
    3. Data Migration: If you are migrating data from one system to another, the fiscal year variants may not have been aligned properly.

    Solution:

    1. Check Fiscal Year Variants:

      • Go to the transaction code OB29 to check the fiscal year variants assigned to the leading and non-leading ledgers.
      • Ensure that the fiscal year variant for the non-leading ledger matches that of the leading ledger.
    2. Adjust Ledger Configuration:

      • If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the configuration of the non-leading ledger to use the same fiscal year variant as the leading ledger.
      • This can be done in the configuration settings for the ledgers in the SAP system.
    3. Review Migration Settings:

      • If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the migration settings to ensure that the fiscal year variants are correctly set up for all ledgers involved.
    4. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ledger configuration and fiscal year variants for additional guidance.
    5. Testing:

      • After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the ledgers are functioning correctly.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • OB29: To view and maintain fiscal year variants.
      • OB37: To check the assignment of fiscal year variants to company codes.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.

    • SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVA_20290_CHECK208 error and ensure that your fiscal year variants are correctly aligned across ledgers.

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