How To Fix CNVA_20400_CHECK064 - An implicit merge of secondary cost elements by a controlling area

CNVA_20400_CHECK064 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20400_CHECK - Messages for contorlling areas checks

• Message number: 064

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

An implicit merge of secondary cost elements by a controlling area
mapping was detected. This happens when controlling areas are merged and
contain secondary cost elements with the same name. Because of the
internal representation of secondary cost elements it is ensured that
the semantic of the cost elements is the same.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CNVA_20400_CHECK064 - Details

• The SAP error message CNVA_20400_CHECK064 typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when there is an issue related to the implicit merging of secondary cost elements within a controlling area. This error can arise during various processes, such as when trying to post costs or during the execution of certain reports.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is an implicit merge of secondary cost elements that is not allowed or is causing a conflict. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Cost Element Configuration: The secondary cost elements may not be properly configured in the controlling area. This includes issues with the cost element master data or the assignment of cost elements to the controlling area.
  
  
  Cost Element Type: The type of secondary cost element being used may not be compatible with the operation being performed. For example, certain operations may only allow specific types of secondary cost elements.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There