How To Fix VS004 - &1 records could not be copied

VS004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VS - SD Master data

• Message number: 004

• Message text: &1 records could not be copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VS004 - &1 records could not be copied ?

  The SAP error message "VS004 &1 records could not be copied" typically occurs during the process of copying or transferring data, particularly in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) modules. This error indicates that there was an issue with copying a certain number of records, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The records you are trying to copy may have inconsistencies or missing mandatory fields that prevent them from being copied.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or copy the records.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the copying of certain records.
  Locked Records: The records you are trying to copy might be locked by another user or process.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the records that are being copied