How To Fix FCO_COPA158 - Field "&1" deactivated for summarization globally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Field "&1" deactivated for summarization globally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA158 - Field "&1" deactivated for summarization globally ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA158 indicates that a specific field (represented by "&1") has been deactivated for summarization in the context of CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis). This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a summarization operation in CO-PA, but the field you are attempting to summarize has been marked as inactive for this purpose.
  Cause:
  
  Field Deactivation: The field in question has been deactivated for summarization in the CO-PA configuration settings. This can happen if the field is not relevant for summarization or if it has been intentionally set to inactive by a configuration change.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the CO-PA configuration, such as updates to the data model or field settings, may lead to certain fields being deactivated for summarization.
  Data Model Issues: The data model used in CO-PA may not support summarization for the specified field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Settings: 
  
  Go to the CO-PA configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for CO-PA and check the settings for the field that is causing the error. Ensure that the field is activated for summarization.
  
  
  
  Activate the Field:
  
  If the field is indeed deactivated, you may need to activate it for summarization. This typically involves modifying the data model or the field settings in the CO-PA configuration.
  Ensure that the field is relevant for summarization and that activating it will not cause any issues with existing reports or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to CO-PA summarization to understand the implications of activating or deactivating fields.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the summarization works as expected and that there are no unintended side effects.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unsure about making changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (Summarization) and KE30 (Report Painter) for CO-PA.
  CO-PA Configuration: Understanding the overall CO-PA configuration and data model is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to summarization.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific field in question, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FCO_COPA158 and successfully perform the desired summarization in CO-PA.