How To Fix COM_TEXT_CUST164 - Function module &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_TEXT_CUST - Messages for Text Customizing

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Function module &1 is not active

What causes this issue?

The function module &V1& or the complete function group contains no
active version. Therefore it is not possible to execute this function
module.
If the function module is called up during the determination of a
standard text, this results in termination.

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?

You can activate the function module using transaction SE37 or SE80.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_TEXT_CUST164 - Function module &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message COM_TEXT_CUST164 indicates that a specific function module (denoted as &1 in the message) is not active. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP's configuration or when trying to execute certain functionalities that rely on that function module.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Function Module: The function module referenced in the error message is not activated in the SAP system. This can happen if the module was recently created or modified and has not been activated yet.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the function module, leading to the perception that it is inactive.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to use the function module, or it may be part of a specific application that is not fully set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Function Module:
  
  Go to transaction code SE37 (Function Builder).
  Enter the name of the function module that is causing the error.
  Check if the function module is active. If it is not, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the function module was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the function module is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific function module for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Builder to check and activate function modules.
  SE80: Object Navigator to explore various objects, including function modules.
  SU53: Authorization check to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to the specific function module.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the function module to see if there are any runtime issues that could be causing the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_TEXT_CUST164 and ensure that the function module is active and accessible in your SAP system.