How To Fix CO_MES_INT049 - No comparison possible; business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03 inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO_MES_INT - Integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems

• Message number: 049

• Message text: No comparison possible; business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03 inactive

What causes this issue?

To be able to start this distribution, you must activate the business
function <ZH>LOG_PP_MES_INT_023</>.

System Response

The distribution will not be carried out.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether you want to use the functions linked to the business
function <DS:RELN.LOG_PP_MES_INT_03>LOG_PP_MES_INT_03</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO_MES_INT049 - No comparison possible; business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03 inactive ?

  The SAP error message CO_MES_INT049 indicates that there is an issue with the integration between the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and the Production Planning (PP) module in SAP. Specifically, this error arises when the business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03 is inactive, which is necessary for certain functionalities related to the integration of MES with SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03, which is required for the comparison of production data between the MES and SAP, is not activated in your SAP system. This can happen if the system has not been configured to support the specific integration features that this business function provides.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP System: Log in to your SAP system with appropriate administrative privileges.
  
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction code SFW5 to access the Business Function Activation screen.
  
  
  Find the Business Function: In the list of available business functions, locate LOG_PP_MES_INT_03.
  
  
  Activate the Business Function: Select the business function and activate it. You may need to follow the prompts and confirm the activation.
  
  
  Transport Request: If your system is part of a landscape (e.g., Development, Quality, Production), ensure that the activation is captured in a transport request and moved to the appropriate systems.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that any dependencies or prerequisites for this business function are also met.
  
  
  Testing: After activation, perform tests to ensure that the integration between MES and SAP is functioning as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the business function LOG_PP_MES_INT_03 and its functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this business function.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues after activation, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO_MES_INT049 error and enable the necessary integration features between your MES and SAP system.