How To Fix FCO_COPA002 - Characteristic name & too long. It can not be carried forward in ACDOCA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_COPA - SFIN message class for CO-PA relevant issues

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Characteristic name & too long. It can not be carried forward in ACDOCA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA002 - Characteristic name & too long. It can not be carried forward in ACDOCA ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA002 indicates that a characteristic name in the Controlling Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) is too long to be carried forward in the ACDOCA table, which is the universal journal in SAP S/4HANA. This error typically arises during the process of transferring data from CO-PA to the universal journal, where the system enforces certain length restrictions on characteristic names.
  Cause:
  
  Length Restriction: The characteristic name exceeds the maximum allowed length for fields in the ACDOCA table. In SAP, certain fields have defined lengths, and if the characteristic name surpasses this limit, the error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the CO-PA settings or the way characteristics are defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Length: Review the characteristics defined in your CO-PA configuration. Ensure that none of the characteristic names exceed the maximum length allowed by ACDOCA. The maximum length for characteristic names in ACDOCA is typically 30 characters.
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Names: If you find any characteristic names that are too long, consider renaming them to shorter versions that still convey the necessary information. This may involve:
  
  Abbreviating names.
  Using codes instead of full names.
  Ensuring that the new names are still meaningful and understandable.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to how characteristics are configured in CO-PA, you may need to adjust the configuration settings. This could involve:
  
  Reviewing the settings in the CO-PA configuration (transaction code: KEA0).
  Ensuring that the characteristics are set up correctly and that their lengths are compliant with ACDOCA requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the data can now be carried forward without triggering the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CO-PA and ACDOCA for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ACDOCA Table: This is the universal journal table in SAP S/4HANA that consolidates financial and controlling data. Understanding its structure and limitations is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to data transfer.
  CO-PA Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in CO-PA, as this will help you understand how characteristics are defined and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling characteristic names in CO-PA.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCO_COPA002 error and ensure that your characteristic names are compliant with the requirements for data transfer to ACDOCA.