How To Fix FCO_COPA053 - Deleted entries for summarized characteristics: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Deleted entries for summarized characteristics: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA053 - Deleted entries for summarized characteristics: &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA053 indicates that there are deleted entries for summarized characteristics in the Controlling Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies in the data, particularly when trying to access or process summarized data that has been deleted or is no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Data Deletion: The summarized characteristics that the system is trying to access have been deleted. This can happen during data archiving or if there were manual deletions.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to incomplete updates or errors during data processing.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the CO-PA settings may lead to issues with how summarized data is handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like KE4S (for CO-PA) to check the consistency of the data. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be addressed.
  Rebuild Summarized Data: If the summarized data has been deleted, you may need to rebuild it. This can be done by running the appropriate CO-PA reports or using the data reorganization tools available in SAP.
  Review Deletion Logs: Check the deletion logs to understand what entries were deleted and why. This can provide insights into whether the deletions were intentional or accidental.
  Adjust Configuration: Review the configuration settings in CO-PA to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for summarized characteristics and ensuring that they align with your business processes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports), KE4S (for summarization), and KE5S (for displaying summarized data).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CO-PA to understand the data model and how summarized characteristics are managed.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FCO_COPA053 error and restore the integrity of your CO-PA data.