How To Fix FICORE273 - Saving is not possible at the moment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICORE - FI Message Class for General Messages

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Saving is not possible at the moment

What causes this issue?

When you save the data, the data elements for search fields are changed
too. In the matchcode selection screens, you then see the field texts
for the field texts you chose.
DDIC activation is blocked at this time by another user.

System Response

Error message; data saving is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that no other user is activating DDIC in your system. Then
save your data again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICORE273 - Saving is not possible at the moment ?

  The SAP error message FICORE273: "Saving is not possible at the moment" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or document processing within the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Locking Issues: The document you are trying to save may be locked by another user or process. This can happen if another user is currently editing the same document or if a previous transaction did not complete properly.
  
  
  Validation Errors: There may be validation rules or checks that are preventing the document from being saved. This could include missing mandatory fields, incorrect data formats, or business rules that are not being met.
  
  
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict saving under specific conditions, such as document types, statuses, or user authorizations.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks, system performance problems, or temporary outages.
  
  
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs that are processing data can cause temporary locks on certain tables or documents.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) to see if the document is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has the lock.
  
  
  Review Validation Messages: Look for any validation messages that may provide more context on why the save operation is failing. Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the save operation. You can check this with transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more insight into the issue.
  
  
  Retry Later: If the issue is due to temporary system performance or background jobs, waiting a few moments and trying again may resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the problem persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for deeper investigation.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, CO) for additional context on document processing and saving.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.