How To Fix FC082 - Field status definitions are not copied, see help text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Field status definitions are not copied, see help text

What causes this issue?

The integrated field status variant and field status string maintenance
function is not currently active.

System Response

When you copy a field status variant, the related field status strings
are not also copied.

How to fix this error?

First copy the field status variants, then go to the general field
status string maintenance screen (in the Implementation Guide via
<LS>Financial accounting -> Accounting -> Business transactions ->
Base parameters -> Control -> Field status strings</>). There, mark all
the field status strings you require and copy these into the new field
status variant.
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You cannot go from the screen for maintaining the field status strings
for a single field status variant to the screen for anothere field
status variant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC082 - Field status definitions are not copied, see help text ?

  The SAP error message FC082 ("Field status definitions are not copied, see help text") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with field status groups in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the copying of field status definitions from one company code or controlling area to another.
  Cause:
  
  Field Status Group Configuration: The field status groups defined in the source company code or controlling area may not be compatible with the target company code or controlling area.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to copy field status definitions.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings between the source and target entities.
  Customizations: Custom field status groups or configurations that do not align with standard SAP practices may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Status Groups: Review the field status groups in both the source and target company codes. Ensure that they are correctly defined and compatible.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the copying of field status definitions.
  Manual Copying: If automatic copying fails, consider manually copying the field status definitions. This can be done through the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO) and check the field status group settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Entry > Define Field Status.
  Consult Help Text: The error message suggests checking the help text. Use the F1 help function on the error message to get more detailed information about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBC4 (for field status groups) and SPRO (for configuration).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and guides related to field status groups and financial accounting configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP FI consultant for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FC082 error and implement a suitable solution.