How To Fix CN486 - BAdI NETW_USER_FIELDS_F4 inactive: There is no user-defined F4 help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 486

• Message text: BAdI NETW_USER_FIELDS_F4 inactive: There is no user-defined F4 help

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN486 - BAdI NETW_USER_FIELDS_F4 inactive: There is no user-defined F4 help ?

  The SAP error message CN486 indicates that the Business Add-In (BAdI) NETW_USER_FIELDS_F4 is inactive, and as a result, there is no user-defined F4 help available for the fields in question. This typically occurs in the context of network planning or project management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive BAdI: The BAdI NETW_USER_FIELDS_F4 is not activated in the system. This BAdI is intended to provide custom F4 help for user-defined fields in network or project management.
  Missing Implementation: Even if the BAdI is activated, there may not be any implementation for it, which means that no custom logic has been defined to provide the F4 help.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or missing settings that prevent the BAdI from functioning correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the BAdI:
  
  Go to transaction SE18 (BAdI Definition) and enter the name NETW_USER_FIELDS_F4.
  Check if the BAdI is active. If it is not, you can activate it by going to transaction SE19 (BAdI Implementation) and creating a new implementation for it.
  
  
  
  Create an Implementation:
  
  If the BAdI is active but has no implementation, you will need to create one. In transaction SE19, create a new implementation for the BAdI.
  Implement the necessary logic to provide the F4 help for the user-defined fields. This may involve coding in ABAP to fetch the relevant data for the F4 help.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations related to the network or project management module are correctly set up. This may involve checking the project settings or user-defined fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the BAdI for any specific requirements or additional steps that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A BAdI is a type of enhancement in SAP that allows developers to add custom functionality to standard SAP applications without modifying the original code.
  F4 Help: F4 help is a feature in SAP that provides users with a list of possible values for a field, making data entry easier and more accurate.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE18: To view BAdI definitions.
  SE19: To create or manage BAdI implementations.
  SE80: To access the Object Navigator for more comprehensive development tasks.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.