How To Fix CNVA_20310_CHECK012 - A mix of explicit and implicit merges into a cost center was detected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20310_CHECK -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: A mix of explicit and implicit merges into a cost center was detected

Cost centers are to be merged, but some of the source cost centers are
missing from the mapping.
To avoid unwanted merges, specify all source values for the target cost
center.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20310_CHECK012 - A mix of explicit and implicit merges into a cost center was detected ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20310_CHECK012 indicates that there is a mix of explicit and implicit merges into a cost center during a data migration or transformation process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Explicit Merges: These are merges that are defined by the user, where specific cost centers are manually combined or merged into a new cost center.
  Implicit Merges: These occur automatically based on certain criteria or rules defined in the system, where cost centers are merged without direct user intervention.
  The error arises when the system detects that both types of merges are being applied to the same cost center, which can lead to inconsistencies in the data and reporting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Merging Rules: Check the rules and criteria set for merging cost centers. Ensure that you are not mixing explicit and