How To Fix COCF453 - Pushbutton cannot be used as group key; Enter index value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCF - Order/Confirmation Functions

• Message number: 453

• Message text: Pushbutton cannot be used as group key; Enter index value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCF453 - Pushbutton cannot be used as group key; Enter index value ?

  The SAP error message COCF453 indicates that a pushbutton cannot be used as a group key in the context of a certain operation, and it prompts the user to enter an index value instead. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling or reporting functions within SAP, particularly in the CO (Controlling) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a specific input (like an index value) but receives a pushbutton or an invalid input instead. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have clicked a pushbutton instead of entering a required index value in a field.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to the controlling area or the specific transaction being executed.
  User Interface Issues: Sometimes, the user interface may not be displaying the expected fields or buttons correctly, leading to confusion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COCF453 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Enter the Correct