How To Fix FCO_COPA420 - No Derivation Step found for operating concern &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 420

• Message text: No Derivation Step found for operating concern &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA420 - No Derivation Step found for operating concern & ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA420 indicates that there is no derivation step found for the specified operating concern in the Controlling Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to derive the necessary characteristics for a profitability segment based on the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Derivation Steps: The most common cause is that the derivation steps for the operating concern have not been defined or are incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the operating concern may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive the necessary values.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the derivation from occurring.
  Operating Concern Not Active: The operating concern you are trying to use may not be active or properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Derivation Steps:
  
  Go to the transaction code KEDR (Derivation Strategy) and check if the derivation steps for the operating concern are defined.
  Ensure that the necessary characteristics are included in the derivation strategy.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OKKP to check the configuration of the operating concern.
  Ensure that all required settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate Operating Concern:
  
  If the operating concern is not active, you may need to activate it using transaction code OKA0 (Define Operating Concern).
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (e.g., cost centers, profit centers, etc.) is correctly maintained and consistent with the derivation rules.
  
  
  
  Test Derivation:
  
  After making changes, test the derivation process to ensure that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on setting up and troubleshooting CO-PA derivation steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEDR: Derivation Strategy
  OKKP: Configuration of Operating Concerns
  OKA0: Define Operating Concern
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.