How To Fix COCF273 - Set the usage to "Screen Area" and save

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCF - Order/Confirmation Functions

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Set the usage to "Screen Area" and save

What causes this issue?

The shift note type &V1& cannot be deleted in its current state.

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?

Set the <LS>usage</> to <LB>Screen Area of a Notification</>.
Save the data.
Repeat the deletion operation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCF273 - Set the usage to "Screen Area" and save ?

  The SAP error message COCF273 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a screen area in the context of a particular transaction or application. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain configuration setting to be defined, specifically the "usage" of a screen area.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the usage of a screen area is not set correctly. In SAP, screen areas can have different usages, such as "Screen Area," "Subscreen," or others. If the usage is not set to "Screen Area," the system will not be able to process the screen correctly, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve the COCF273 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP where the error occurs.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the screen area in question.
  
  
  
  Set the Usage:
  
  Locate the field or option that specifies the "usage" of the screen area.
  Change the usage to "Screen Area."
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After saving, go back to the transaction that was causing the error and test it again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator, SE11 for Data Dictionary).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for more details on configuring screen areas and their usages.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the screen area is correctly configured with the appropriate usage, you should be able to resolve the COCF273 error and continue with your work in SAP.