How To Fix V1678 - This function is not permitted according to copying control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 678

• Message text: This function is not permitted according to copying control

What causes this issue?

You specified in copying control that only the material from the value
contract item may be copied.
This means that selecting or entering other materials is not permitted.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1678 - This function is not permitted according to copying control ?

  The SAP error message V1678, which states "This function is not permitted according to copying control," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when there is an issue with the copying control settings between different document types (e.g., sales orders, quotations, delivery documents, etc.).
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Copying Control Settings: The copying control settings between the source document (e.g., quotation) and the target document (e.g., sales order) do not allow the specific function you are trying to perform. This could be due to restrictions set in the configuration.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on what can be copied or how they can be processed. For example, if you are trying to copy a document that is not allowed to be copied to the target document type.
  
  
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may have been implemented that restrict certain copying functions based on specific conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1678 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Copying Control Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code VOTXN (or VOTX for older versions) to access the copying control settings.
  Review the settings for the relevant document types (e.g., from quotation to sales order) and ensure that the necessary fields and functions are allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document types involved in the copying process are correctly configured to allow the desired copying functions.
  Check if there are any specific conditions or requirements that need to be met for the copying to be successful.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that may affect the copying process, review the logic to ensure it is not inadvertently blocking the function you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on copying control and how it applies to your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the copying function works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VOTXN or VOTX for copying control settings.
  VA01, VA02, VA03 for creating, changing, and displaying sales orders.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to copying control and the V1678 error.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the V1678 error and implement a solution to resolve it.