How To Fix CNVA_20345_CHECK004 - An inactive profit center was found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20345_CHECK - Messages related to Profit Centre analysis

• Message number: 004

• Message text: An inactive profit center was found

An inactive profit center was found. A conversion with inactive profit
centers is not possible. The profit center has to be activated or
deleted before the controlling area can be changed. After the
conversion, the profit center can be deactivated again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20345_CHECK004 - An inactive profit center was found ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20345_CHECK004 indicates that an inactive profit center has been detected in the system. This error typically arises during processes that involve profit center accounting, such as during the posting of transactions or during the execution of certain reports.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the profit center being referenced in a transaction or report is marked as inactive in the system. Inactive profit centers cannot be used for postings or reporting, which leads to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Profit Center Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE53 (Display Profit Center) or KE52 (Change Profit Center).
  Enter the profit center number that is causing the error and check its status.
  If the profit center is inactive, you will need to either activate it or use an alternative active profit center.
  
  
  
  Activate the Profit Center:
  
  If you determine that the profit center should be active, you can activate it using transaction code KE52.
  Make the necessary changes to set the profit center to active status.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If the profit center is not supposed to be used anymore, review the transactions that are referencing this profit center.
  Update the transactions to use an active profit center instead.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the profit center or the implications of activating it, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that the correct profit center is being used.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for profit centers in your SAP system are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Profit Center Accounting (PCA): This is a part of SAP's Controlling (CO) module that allows for the tracking of financial performance by profit center.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE51: Create Profit Center
  KE52: Change Profit Center
  KE53: Display Profit Center
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on profit center management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNVA_20345_CHECK004 error and ensure that your profit center accounting processes run smoothly.