How To Fix /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL020 - Invalid settings for field mapping for copy profile &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid settings for field mapping for copy profile &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL020 - Invalid settings for field mapping for copy profile &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL020 Invalid settings for field mapping for copy profile &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are issues with the configuration of copy profiles used for copying data between different objects (e.g., from a transportation request to a transportation order).
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Field Mapping: The error indicates that there are invalid settings in the field mapping configuration for the specified copy profile. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect field mappings.
  Mismatched data types between source and target fields.
  Fields that are not available in the source or target objects.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The copy profile may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies in how data is copied.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: If the copy profile was recently created or modified, there may be issues with the transport layer or the transport request not being properly released.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Copy Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the copy profile in SAP TM.
  Verify that all required fields are correctly mapped and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Ensure that the source and target fields are compatible in terms of data types and lengths.
  
  
  
  Review Field Mapping:
  
  Navigate to the field mapping settings for the copy profile and ensure that all mappings are valid.
  If necessary, consult the documentation or help resources for guidance on the correct field mappings.
  
  
  
  Test the Copy Profile:
  
  After making changes, test the copy profile to ensure that it works as expected without generating errors.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the copy profile was recently transported, ensure that all related objects and configurations have been transported correctly.
  Check for any transport errors or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the specific version of SAP TM you are using.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and mappings, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CPROFILE to access and modify copy profiles.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring copy profiles and field mappings in SAP TM.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to similar issues, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL020.