How To Fix FCO_COPA473 - No initial description of operating concern found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 473

• Message text: No initial description of operating concern found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COPA473 - No initial description of operating concern found ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COPA473 indicates that there is no initial description of the operating concern found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires an operating concern to be defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Operating Concern: The operating concern has not been defined or activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the operating concern may not be complete or may have been incorrectly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the operating concern.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the operating concern.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Operating Concern:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKKP (Maintain Operating Concern).
  Check if the operating concern you are trying to use is defined. If not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the operating concern is properly configured. This includes checking the settings for characteristics, value fields, and other related configurations.
  Use transaction KOKA to check the settings of the operating concern.
  
  
  
  Activate Operating Concern:
  
  If the operating concern is defined but not activated, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in transaction OKKP.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the operating concern. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no data inconsistencies related to the operating concern. This can be done using transaction KOB1 or similar reports.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up and managing operating concerns.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKP: Maintain Operating Concern
  KOKA: Display Operating Concern
  KOB1: Display CO-PA Document
  
  
  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 from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO consultant for further investigation.