How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001217 - Flag 'Copy texts' was set in recurring entry &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Flag 'Copy texts' was set in recurring entry &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001217 - Flag 'Copy texts' was set in recurring entry &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001217 indicates that there is an issue related to the "Copy texts" flag being set in a recurring entry. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a recurring entry that has text fields that are not properly configured or are causing issues during the posting process.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The recurring entry has the "Copy texts" flag enabled, but the system encounters a problem while trying to copy the text from the original document to the recurring entry.
  There may be missing or incorrect text entries in the original document that are supposed to be copied.
  The text format or length may not be compatible with the target document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Recurring Entry Configuration:
  
  Go to the recurring entry in question and check the settings. Ensure that the "Copy texts" flag is set correctly based on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Review the Original Document:
  
  Look at the original document from which the texts are being copied. Ensure that all text fields are filled out correctly and that there are no issues with the text format or length.
  
  
  
  Disable the "Copy texts" Flag:
  
  If copying the texts is not necessary for your process, consider disabling the "Copy texts" flag in the recurring entry configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Text Length and Format:
  
  Ensure that the text being copied does not exceed the allowed length for the target fields in the recurring entry.
  
  
  
  Test Posting:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try posting the recurring entry again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FBD1 (Create Recurring Entry) or FBD2 (Change Recurring Entry) to access and modify the recurring entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify recurring entries and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FDC_POSTING_001217 error message in SAP.