How To Fix KW388 - The reference template cannot be copied

KW388 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 388

• Message text: The reference template cannot be copied

What causes this issue?

Environment &V2& of the reference template is not compatible with
environment &V1& of the newly created templates.

System Response

The reference template cannot be used with the chosen environment of
the newly created template.

How to fix this error?

You can use templates as environment only under the following criteria:
Number and type of columns must be identical
Row types must be identical
The functions used in the reference template must also be allowed in
the new templates

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW388 - The reference template cannot be copied ?

  The SAP error message KW388, which states "The reference template cannot be copied," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost planning or budgeting scenarios. This error indicates that there is an issue with copying a reference template, which is often used for planning purposes.
  Causes of KW388
  
  Template Not Found: The reference template you are trying to copy may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or copy the reference template.
  Template Status: The reference template might be in a status that does not allow it to be copied (e.g., it may be locked or marked as inactive).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data associated with the reference template.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the system that prevent the copying of templates.
  
  Solutions to KW388
  
  
  Check Template Existence: Verify that