How To Fix FSH_MSG_CL_VAS023 - Copy control not maintained in TVCPL table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MSG_CL_VAS - Message Class for Value Added Services

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Copy control not maintained in TVCPL table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MSG_CL_VAS023 - Copy control not maintained in TVCPL table ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MSG_CL_VAS023 indicates that there is an issue with the copy control settings in the TVCPL table, which is used for copy control in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly for value-added services (VAS).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Copy Control Not Defined: There is no copy control defined for the specific combination of document types or item categories that you are trying to process.
  Missing Entries in TVCPL Table: The required entries in the TVCPL table are missing or not properly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the copy control might be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Copy Control Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code VTAF (for VAS copy control) or VTLA (for standard copy control).
  Verify if the copy control settings exist for the relevant document types and item categories.
  If not, you will need to create or adjust the copy control settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Entries in TVCPL Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to view the TVCPL table.
  Check if the necessary entries for the document types and item categories are present.
  If entries are missing, you may need to add them manually or through the appropriate configuration transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the relevant sales document types and item categories is complete and correct.
  Check for any dependencies or prerequisites that might affect the copy control settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Create a new document or process the existing one to verify that the copy control works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on copy control settings and the TVCPL table.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VTAF: Maintain Copy Control for VAS
  VTLA: Maintain Copy Control for Sales Documents
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view tables
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.