How To Fix FCO_COPA304 - Reading of data element &1 raised an error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Reading of data element &1 raised an error

What causes this issue?

It was not possible to get data for data element &V1& with state &V2&.
So it was not possible to find out if domain of data element &V1& has to
be replaced.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please start program &V3& again via transaction SE38. If the problem
still exists please contact SAP that XPRA &V3& stopped with reading
error. SAP support will analyze problem so that XPRA can be restarted
again and complete replacing of old domains for CO-PA value fields with
value field type amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA304 - Reading of data element &1 raised an error ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA304, which states "Reading of data element &1 raised an error," typically occurs in the context of CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis) when there is an issue with reading a specific data element in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The data element referenced in the error message may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from reading the data element correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data element.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or issues with the data model.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the data element may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the data element in the CO-PA settings. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary dependencies are in place.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like KOB1 or KOB2 to analyze CO-PA data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data element. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing components.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (CO-PA Report), KE24 (CO-PA Line Item Display), and KOB1 (CO-PA Document Display) for analyzing CO-PA data.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for CO-PA to understand the data model and configuration settings better.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.