How To Fix /FTI/MAINT_SERV020 - BCO & doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FTI/MAINT_SERV -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: BCO & doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FTI/MAINT_SERV020 - BCO & doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message /FTI/MAINT_SERV020 BCO & doesn't exist typically relates to issues with the Financial Transaction Management (FTI) module in SAP. This error indicates that a specific Business Control Object (BCO) is not found in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing BCO: The BCO that the system is trying to access does not exist in the database. This could be due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Incorrect Configuration: The BCO might not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BCO.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the BCO might not have been included in the migration process.
  System Updates: Changes or updates to the system might have affected the availability of the BCO.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BCO Existence: Verify if the BCO exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or table where BCOs are stored.
  Create or Activate BCO: If the BCO does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it was previously deactivated.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the FTI module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the BCO.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing BCOs in the FTI module.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing BCOs and FTI configurations, such as /FTI/BCO or /FTI/MAINT.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message related to the missing BCO in SAP.