How To Fix CNVMBT161 - Attachments not attendet at this point.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVMBT - Messages for MBT/API/PCL

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Attachments not attendet at this point.

What causes this issue?

You are in a DMIS tree and has choosen to create a Note or Attachment.
But for the position in the tree where your cursor is there is no Note
or Attachment intended for. Notes and Attachment are just possible for
tree elements of a project name, subproject name or package number.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVMBT161 - Attachments not attendet at this point. ?

  The SAP error message CNVMBT161: Attachments not attended at this point typically occurs in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools. This error indicates that the system is expecting certain attachments (like documents or files) to be processed or linked at a specific point in the migration process, but they are either missing or not being handled correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Attachments: The required attachments that need to be processed during the migration are not available or have not been uploaded.
  Incorrect Configuration: The migration settings or configurations may not be set up correctly to handle attachments.
  Process Flow Issues: The migration process may not be following the expected sequence, leading to the system not recognizing that attachments should be processed at that point.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped, causing the system to not recognize the attachments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Attachments: Ensure that all required attachments are available and correctly linked to the relevant records in the source system.
  Review Migration Configuration: Verify the configuration settings in the migration cockpit or tool being used to ensure that it is set up to handle attachments.
  Follow Process Flow: Make sure that the migration process is being followed in the correct order. If there are prerequisites for processing attachments, ensure they are completed first.
  Data Mapping Review: Check the data mapping to ensure that attachments are correctly mapped to the corresponding records in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific migration tool you are using to understand how attachments should be handled and any specific requirements.
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or detailed messages provided by the migration tool for additional context on what might be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.