How To Fix CNV20200359 - HR is in use - HR package 21500 is not part of the active package

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20200 - Messages for development class CNV_20200

• Message number: 359

• Message text: HR is in use - HR package 21500 is not part of the active package

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20200359 - HR is in use - HR package 21500 is not part of the active package ?

  The SAP error message CNV20200359 indicates that there is an issue related to the HR (Human Resources) package in your SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the HR package 21500 is not part of the active package, which means that the system is unable to access or utilize the HR functionalities that are required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive HR Package: The HR package 21500 is not activated in your system. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as the package not being installed, or it being deactivated during a system upgrade or maintenance.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the HR package from being recognized as active.
  Transport Issues: If the package was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it to not be properly activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the HR Package:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  Check if the HR package 21500 is listed and ensure it is activated.
  If it is not activated, you may need to activate it through the appropriate transaction or by contacting your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Check Package Status:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the status of the HR package.
  Ensure that all necessary components of the package are installed and active.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context about why the package is not active.
  Use transaction SM21 to view the system log.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes related to CNV20200359 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant logs or details about your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80, SE11, SE38, and SM21 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to HR packages and system configuration for additional insights.
  System Upgrade: If this issue arose after a system upgrade, review the upgrade documentation to ensure all necessary steps were followed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.