How To Fix 60680 - Usage type changed to & & during copy function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 680

• Message text: Usage type changed to & & during copy function

What causes this issue?

The reference has different usage type than the new rental unit.

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?

If you confirm the warning by pressing 'Return', the reference usage
type is used. You can change this later if necessary via Edit -> Usage
type or by double-clicking on the field "Change usage type". You can
also specify another rental unit which has the same usage type as the
new rental unit as the reference.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60680 - Usage type changed to & & during copy function ?

  The SAP error message 60680, which states "Usage type changed to & & during copy function," typically occurs during the copying of a configuration or data object in SAP, particularly in the context of the SAP system's configuration management or data migration processes. This error indicates that the usage type of the object being copied has changed, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The source object may have a different usage type than what is expected in the target environment.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or copying, the system may detect that the usage type of the object being copied does not match the expected usage type in the target system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the source system that are not present in the target system, this can lead to discrepancies in usage types.
  Version Differences: Different versions of SAP or different configurations between systems can lead to changes in how usage types are defined or interpreted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of both the source and target systems to ensure that the usage types are consistent. Make sure that the object you are trying to copy has the same usage type in both systems.
  Adjust Usage Types: If necessary, adjust the usage types in the target system to match those in the source system before performing the copy operation.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure that it is compatible with the target system's configuration.
  Use Transport Requests: Instead of copying directly, consider using transport requests to move configurations or objects between systems, as this can help maintain consistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific objects you are working with to understand any specific requirements or limitations regarding usage types.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to configuration management (e.g., SE09 for transport requests, SE10 for transport organizer).
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Testing: Before performing operations in a production environment, test the copy function in a development or quality assurance environment to identify potential issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 60680 in SAP.