How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN020 - An attribute is not active; contact your system administrator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 020

• Message text: An attribute is not active; contact your system administrator

What causes this issue?

One of the attributes of the set type you want to create is not active.
The attribute presently has the status <LS>New</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administrator to check the attributes for this set type
and to activate the inactive one.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN020 - An attribute is not active; contact your system administrator ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN020 indicates that an attribute is not active in the system, which can prevent certain operations from being completed successfully. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics and attributes in the context of product data management.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Attribute: The attribute you are trying to use is not active in the system. This could be due to it being deactivated or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the attribute.
  Configuration Issues: The attribute may not be correctly set up in the classification system or may not be assigned to the relevant class or object.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the attribute from being recognized as active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Attribute Status:
  
  Go to the classification view in SAP and check if the attribute is marked as active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant class or characteristic and reviewing its settings.
  
  
  
  Activate the Attribute:
  
  If the attribute is inactive, you may need to activate it. This typically requires access to the configuration settings in the SAP system. You may need to work with your system administrator or a user with the appropriate permissions to do this.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user account has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the attribute. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the attribute is correctly configured in the classification system. This includes checking its assignment to the correct class and ensuring that it is set up properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to classification and attributes for additional guidance on resolving this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact System Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, contact your system administrator for assistance. They may have the necessary access and knowledge to troubleshoot and fix the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and CT04 (Maintain Characteristics) to manage attributes and classes effectively.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.