How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CP773 - Forwarding flag of determined CA used for external RCP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CP -

• Message number: 773

• Message text: Forwarding flag of determined CA used for external RCP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP773 - Forwarding flag of determined CA used for external RCP ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP773 indicates an issue related to the forwarding flag of a determined Condition Application (CA) used for external Remote Call Procedure (RCP). This error typically arises in the context of pricing or condition management in SAP, particularly when dealing with external systems or interfaces.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The forwarding flag for the condition record may not be set correctly in the configuration. This can happen if the condition type is not properly defined for external RCP usage.
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: The condition records that are supposed to be used for the pricing or calculation may be missing or incorrectly maintained.
  Incompatibility with External Systems: The external system may not be configured to handle the specific condition type or may not support the forwarding of certain flags.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being sent to or received from the external system, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the condition types in the SAP system. Ensure that the forwarding flag is set correctly for the condition types that are being used in the external RCP.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Pricing Control -> Define Condition Types.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records: Ensure that the necessary condition records are created and maintained correctly. You can check this using transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition).
  
  
  Review External System Settings: If the error is related to an external system, check the integration settings and ensure that the external system is capable of handling the condition types being forwarded.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may involve checking the logs or using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to find more details about the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific condition type and external RCP to ensure that all necessary configurations and prerequisites are met.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.