How To Fix BBP_ES_ERP_INT021 - SAP Sourcing integration is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BBP_ES_ERP_INT - E-Sourcing integration

• Message number: 021

• Message text: SAP Sourcing integration is not active

What causes this issue?

You want to start a report to extract and analyze data or to find
documents that were created within the SAP S/4HANA-SAP Sourcing
integration. However, this is not possible because integration with SAP
Sourcing is not active in the system.

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Activate integration with SAP Sourcing in the system. Define an SAP
Sourcing supplier and assign the required text IDs.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BBP_ES_ERP_INT021 - SAP Sourcing integration is not active ?

  The SAP error message BBP_ES_ERP_INT021 indicates that the integration between SAP Sourcing and the ERP system is not active. This can occur for several reasons, and addressing it typically involves checking configuration settings and ensuring that the necessary components are properly set up.
  Cause
  
  Integration Not Activated: The integration between SAP Sourcing and the ERP system may not be activated in the system settings.
  Missing Configuration: Required configuration settings for the integration might be missing or incorrectly set.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the integration features.
  System Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the versions of SAP Sourcing and the ERP system.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP Sourcing and ERP systems can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Activate Integration:
  
  Go to the SAP Sourcing application and check the integration settings.
  Ensure that the integration with the ERP system is activated. This can usually be done in the administration or configuration section of the application.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that all necessary configuration settings for the integration are correctly set up. This includes checking the RFC connections, logical systems, and any relevant settings in transaction codes like SPRO for customizing.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the integration. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check System Compatibility:
  
  Confirm that the versions of SAP Sourcing and the ERP system are compatible. If there are version mismatches, consider upgrading or patching the systems.
  
  
  
  Network and Connectivity:
  
  Check for any network issues that might be preventing communication between the SAP Sourcing and ERP systems. This may involve checking firewalls, network settings, and ensuring that the systems can reach each other.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for specific instructions related to the integration setup and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SM59 (for RFC destinations), and SLG1 (for application logs) to help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.