How To Fix V1473 - Copying &2 &3 &4 to &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Copying &2 &3 &4 to &1 is not defined

What causes this issue?

The system does not have any settings for copying from &V2& &V3& &V4&
to &V1&.

System Response

The system does not copy the item from the reference document.

How to fix this error?

If you want to be able to copy an item using the current sales document
type and item types, supplement the &V1& &V2& &V3& &V4& entry in
copying control in Customizing with:
INCLUDE 'NA_CUST_MAINTAIN_3' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1473 - Copying &2 &3 &4 to &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message V1473, which states "Copying &2 &3 &4 to &1 is not defined," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when there is an issue with the configuration of document copying controls. This error indicates that the system is trying to copy data from one document type to another, but the copying rules for that specific combination are not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Copying Control: The copying control between the source document type (e.g., sales order, quotation) and the target document type (e.g., delivery, billing document) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The copying control settings may be incorrectly configured or not maintained for the specific document types involved.
  Document Type Issues: The document types being used may not be compatible for copying, or there may be restrictions in place that prevent copying.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1473 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Copying Control Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code VOTXN (or VOTX for older versions) to access the copying control settings.
  Verify that the copying control for the specific document types involved is defined. You will need to check the source document type (e.g., sales order) and the target document type (e.g., delivery or billing document).
  
  
  
  Define Copying Control:
  
  If the copying control is missing, you will need to create it. Click on "New Entries" and define the necessary copying rules, specifying the source and target document types, along with the relevant fields to be copied.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the document types is correct. Check for any specific settings that might restrict copying, such as status settings or other conditions.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the copying process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the appropriate copying control settings for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VOTXN or VOTX for copying control settings.
  VA01, VA02, VA03 for creating, changing, or displaying sales orders.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to copying controls or the V1473 error.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the copying control settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the V1473 error in your SAP system.