How To Fix FINS_CFIN_COPA_MSG251 - Mapping not found between &1 in system &2 and &3 in Central system

FINS_CFIN_COPA_MSG251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_COPA_MSG - Central Finance Profitability Analysis Message Class

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Mapping not found between &1 in system &2 and &3 in Central system

What causes this issue?

Mapping type &V1& not found for operating concern &V2& in system
&V4& and operating concern &V3& in the Central Finance system.
Please configure the mapping in the customizing view cluster first.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FINS_CFIN_COPA_MSG251 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_COPA_MSG251 indicates that there is a mapping issue between the local system and the central system in the context of Central Finance (CFIN) and CO-PA (Controlling - Profitability Analysis). This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a corresponding mapping for a specific object (like a cost center, profit center, or other CO-PA related entities) between the local system and the central system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The most common cause is that the required mapping for the specified object (e.g., profit center, cost center) does not exist in the mapping tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Central Finance setup, particularly in the mapping settings.
  Data Transfer Issues: There could be issues with the data transfer process from the local system to the central system, leading to missing or incorrect mappings.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data in the local system may not be consistent