How To Fix FCO_COPA353 - Custom field &1 will be deleted

FCO_COPA353 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Custom field &1 will be deleted

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FCO_COPA353 - Details

• The SAP error message FCO_COPA353, which states "Custom field &1 will be deleted," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) component. This message indicates that a custom field that has been defined in the system is being flagged for deletion, which can happen during various processes such as data model changes, configuration adjustments, or when certain settings are modified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Deactivation: The custom field may have been deactivated or is no longer valid due to changes in the data model or configuration settings.
  Data Model Changes: If there are changes in the data model that affect the custom field, it may lead to the system flagging it for deletion.
  Configuration Adjustments: Changes in the configuration of the CO-PA module, such as the removal of characteristics or key figures, can also trigger this message.
  Transport Requests: If the custom field was part of a transport request