How To Fix FCO_COPA374 - Deletion of key user field &1 is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Deletion of key user field &1 is not allowed.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to delete the key user field &V1& in transaction <AB>KEA5
</>.

System Response

Field &V1& cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

The field &V1& was created in the SAP Fiori app <ZK>Custom Fields and
Logic</>. You must use this app to delete the field.
For more information about the <ZK>Custom Fields and Logic app</>, see
the <ZK>Extensibility</> section in the <ZK>UI Technology Guide for SAP
S/4HANA on the</>
<DS:URLA.http://help.sap.com/> SAP Help Portal</> at
http://help.sap.com.

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_COPA374 - Deletion of key user field &1 is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA374 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a key user field in the Controlling Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module, which is not permitted. This error typically arises when a user tries to modify or delete a characteristic that is defined as a key field in the CO-PA data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Key User Field: The field you are trying to delete is defined as a key user field in the CO-PA data structure. Key user fields are essential for the integrity of the data model and are used for reporting and analysis.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to maintain data integrity, and deleting key fields could lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the deletion of certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Field Usage: Check if the field is indeed being used in any reports, queries, or data structures. If it is, you may need to adjust your reporting or data model instead of deleting the field.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources to understand the implications of deleting key user fields and the correct procedures for modifying the data model.
  Change Field Attributes: If you need to modify the field, consider changing its attributes instead of deleting it. This may involve changing its status or how it is used in the system.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of your actions or if you believe there is a system error, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling key user fields in CO-PA.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to CO-PA configuration, such as KEA0 (Create CO-PA Characteristics) or KEA1 (Change CO-PA Characteristics), to manage your data model effectively.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the CO-PA configuration, as restrictions may also lead to such error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message FCO_COPA374 effectively.