How To Fix FCO_COPA105 - CO-PA characteristic name must be same like CI_COBL field name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 105

• Message text: CO-PA characteristic name must be same like CI_COBL field name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA105 - CO-PA characteristic name must be same like CI_COBL field name ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA105 indicates that there is a mismatch between the characteristic name in the CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis) configuration and the corresponding field name in the CI_COBL structure. This error typically arises when you are trying to activate or transport a CO-PA configuration that has inconsistencies in the naming conventions of characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Naming: The characteristic name defined in the CO-PA configuration does not match the field name in the CI_COBL structure. This can happen if the characteristic was renamed or if there was an error during the configuration setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for CO-PA may not have been set up correctly, leading to discrepancies between the expected and actual names.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the names to become inconsistent.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Names: Go to the CO-PA configuration and verify that the characteristic names match the field names in the CI_COBL structure. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., KEA0 for CO-PA characteristics).
  Adjust Configuration: If you find discrepancies, adjust the characteristic names in the CO-PA configuration to ensure they match the CI_COBL field names.
  Re-transport Configuration: If the issue arose during a transport, consider re-transporting the configuration after ensuring that all names are consistent.
  Activate the Configuration: After making the necessary adjustments, try to activate the configuration again to see if the error persists.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or settings that might be causing the issue. Sometimes, other related configurations may need to be reviewed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CI_COBL Structure: This structure is used in CO-PA to hold the characteristics and key figures for profitability analysis. Understanding its fields and how they relate to your CO-PA characteristics is crucial.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on CO-PA configuration to ensure that you are following best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in CO-PA configurations.