How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK210 - There are cash journal numbers that exist in more than one company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 210

• Message text: There are cash journal numbers that exist in more than one company code

There are cash journal numbers that have been created in at least two
participating company codes and for which documents exist in more than
one company code. The cash journal numbers cannot be merged. You must
provide a mapping.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK210 - There are cash journal numbers that exist in more than one company code ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK210 indicates that there are cash journal numbers that exist in more than one company code. This typically occurs during processes that involve cash management or financial transactions where cash journals are expected to be unique within a company code.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Cash Journal Numbers: The primary cause of this error is that the same cash journal number has been assigned to multiple company codes. In SAP, cash journal numbers should be unique within each company code to avoid confusion and ensure accurate financial reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the cash journal settings that allows for the same number to be reused across different company codes.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the configuration, it may lead to duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Cash Journal Numbers:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant tables (e.g., T_CASHJOURNAL) to find out which cash journal numbers are duplicated across company codes.
  You can also run reports or use SQL queries to identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Correct the Duplicates:
  
  Once you have identified the duplicate cash journal numbers, you will need to either delete or modify the entries to ensure that each cash journal number is unique within its respective company code.
  If the duplicates are not needed, you can delete the unnecessary entries. If they are needed, consider renaming or reassigning them to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for cash journals in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings enforce uniqueness of cash journal numbers across company codes.
  You can access the configuration through the following path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Cash Journal > Define Cash Journal.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again. Try to create or modify cash journals to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Document the changes made and provide training to relevant personnel to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  FBCJ: Cash Journal
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to manage cash journals effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVA_20290_CHECK210 error and ensure that your cash journal numbers are correctly configured within your SAP system.