How To Fix K7156 - Documentation will not be copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Documentation will not be copied

What causes this issue?

When you copy an existing object, the documentation is not copied from
the original.

How to fix this error?

If you want to copy the original documentation, use the function
"Copy".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7156 - Documentation will not be copied ?

  The SAP error message K7156 ("Documentation will not be copied") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when there is an attempt to copy documentation from one object to another, but the system is unable to do so due to certain conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Documentation: The source object (e.g., cost center, internal order) may not have any documentation attached to it.
  Incompatible Object Types: The source and target objects may not be compatible for documentation copying.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to copy documentation.
  System Settings: Configuration settings in the SAP system may prevent documentation from being copied.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the source object, preventing the documentation from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source Object: Verify that the source object has documentation attached. If not, you may need to add documentation before attempting to copy.
  Review Object Compatibility: Ensure that the source and target objects are compatible for documentation copying. If they are not, you may need to find an alternative method to transfer the necessary information.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform the copy operation. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to documentation copying in the SAP system. This may involve checking transaction codes related to cost center accounting or internal orders.
  Data Integrity Check: Investigate any potential data integrity issues with the source object. This may involve running consistency checks or reviewing logs for errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KO03 (Display Order) to view documentation and related data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost center accounting and internal orders for additional context on documentation handling.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP directly for further assistance.