How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME204 - Processing for request type &1 (usage &2) is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Processing for request type &1 (usage &2) is deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME204 - Processing for request type &1 (usage &2) is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME204 indicates that processing for a specific request type (identified by &1) and usage (identified by &2) is deactivated in the Business Object Framework (BOF). This typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF), which is used for managing business objects in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation of Request Type: The request type you are trying to process has been deactivated in the system configuration. This can happen due to changes in business requirements or system settings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the business object or the request type may not be set up correctly, leading to the deactivation.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the request type, which can lead to similar error messages.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOPF configuration for the specific business object and check if the request type is indeed deactivated.
  If it is deactivated, you may need to activate it again based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Activate Request Type:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can activate the request type in the BOPF configuration.
  This can typically be done in transaction BOBF or through the relevant customizing transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the request type. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object and request type for any additional configuration steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BOBF: Business Object Processing Framework configuration.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can explore the business object definitions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide guidance on the specific error message.
  
  
  Business Object Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific business object you are working with to understand its configuration and usage better.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.