How To Fix FCO_COPA077 - For char "&1 (&2)" only "Retain" allowed in the Proc. Instructions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 077

• Message text: For char "&1 (&2)" only "Retain" allowed in the Proc. Instructions

What causes this issue?

For characteristic "&V1& (&V2&)" only the Retain option is allowed in
the Processing Instructions as in the SAP Simple Finance, on-premise
edition fields which are for example balancing entities that may not be
summarized or distributed.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Change the Processing Instructions for characteristic "&V1& (&V2&)" to
"Retain".

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA077 - For char "&1 (&2)" only "Retain" allowed in the Proc. Instructions ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA077 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics in the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. Specifically, the message states that for the characteristic specified (represented by "&1" and "&2"), only the "Retain" option is allowed in the process instructions.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when you are trying to use a characteristic in a way that is not permitted by the configuration of the process instructions in CO-PA. The characteristic in question may have been set up to only allow the "Retain" option, but the system is encountering a different instruction or setting that conflicts with this requirement.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Process Instructions: Review the process instructions for the characteristic in question. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the only allowed option is "Retain".
  
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic in CO-PA. Make sure that the settings align with the requirements of your business processes.
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry: If you are entering data manually, ensure that you are selecting the correct options that comply with the allowed settings for the characteristic.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific characteristic and its allowed settings.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your SAP system has been customized, check with your SAP Basis or ABAP team to see if there are any custom developments that might be affecting the behavior of the characteristic.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the process works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KE4S (for CO-PA planning) or KEDR (for CO-PA reporting) to analyze the data and settings related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.