How To Fix CNVA_20345_CHECK023 - Dummy profit centers of existing controlling area merges are not merged

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Dummy profit centers of existing controlling area merges are not merged

Not all corresponding dummy profit centers of the existing controlling
area merges are merged. You cannot run the transformation solution
because certain prerequisites have not been met. Change your mapping
values accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20345_CHECK023 - Dummy profit centers of existing controlling area merges are not merged ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20345_CHECK023 indicates that there are dummy profit centers in the existing controlling area merges that are not being merged. This typically occurs during the process of merging controlling areas in SAP, particularly when dealing with profit center accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Dummy Profit Centers: The error is primarily caused by the presence of dummy profit centers in the controlling area that you are trying to merge. Dummy profit centers are often used for temporary or placeholder purposes and may not have any actual financial data associated with them.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the profit center data across the controlling areas being merged, which prevents the system from completing the merge process.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the controlling area or profit center accounting that are not aligned, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Dummy Profit Centers: Use transaction codes like KE52 (Change Profit Center) or KE53 (Display Profit Center) to identify any dummy profit centers in the controlling areas involved in the merge.
  Remove or Replace Dummy Profit Centers: If dummy profit centers are not needed, consider removing them or replacing them with valid profit centers that have actual financial data.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for profit center accounting and ensure that they are consistent across the controlling areas being merged.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all profit centers have valid assignments and that there are no discrepancies in the data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to profit center merging for any specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for controlling area settings) and KSV5 (for profit center master data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on merging controlling areas.
  Testing in Development: Before making changes in the production environment, it is advisable to test the merge process in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved without impacting live data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.