How To Fix CNVA_20400_CHECK061 - An implicit merge of primary cost elements by a controlling area mapping

CNVA_20400_CHECK061 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20400_CHECK - Messages for contorlling areas checks

• Message number: 061

• Message text: An implicit merge of primary cost elements by a controlling area mapping

An implicit merge of primary cost elements by a controlling area mapping
was detected. This happens when controlling areas are merged and contain
primary cost elements with the same name. Primary cost elements are
defined by the chart of accounts. Because of that the cost elements have
the same semantic.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNVA_20400_CHECK061 - Details

• The SAP error message CNVA_20400_CHECK061 typically occurs during the migration or conversion process when there is an implicit merge of primary cost elements by a controlling area mapping. This error indicates that there are inconsistencies or conflicts in the mapping of primary cost elements between different controlling areas.
  
  Cause:
  
  Primary Cost Element Mapping: The error arises when there are multiple primary cost elements that are being mapped to a single cost element in the target controlling area. This can happen if the same cost element is used in different controlling areas but is not properly aligned during the migration process.
  Inconsistent Data: If the source system has inconsistencies in how cost elements are defined or used across different controlling areas, it can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the controlling area settings or in the mapping rules can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Cost Element Mapping: Check the mapping of primary