How To Fix FKKDPR052 - Switch FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKDPR - Message Class for Data Privacy

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Switch FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING is not active

What causes this issue?

You cannot use the desired function because the switch
FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING is not active.

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?

For you to be able to use the function, you have to activate the switch
FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKDPR052 - Switch FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING is not active ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPR052 indicates that the switch FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING is not active. This switch is related to the blocking of business partners in the Financial Contract Accounting (FICA) module. When this switch is not active, certain functionalities related to business partner blocking may not be available, leading to this error message.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is trying to execute a function that requires the FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING switch to be active, but it is currently inactive. This can happen if the switch has not been enabled in the system configuration.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to activate the FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING switch. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Switch Framework:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Find the Switch:
  
  In the Switch Framework, look for the switch FICA_BUPA_BLOCKING. You can use the search functionality to locate it quickly.
  
  
  
  Activate the Switch:
  
  Once you find the switch, you can activate it by selecting it and choosing the option to activate. Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  After activating the switch, check if there are any dependencies or additional configurations that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Test the Functionality:
  
  After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner (BP) Blocking: This functionality allows organizations to block certain business partners from performing specific transactions, which is crucial for compliance and risk management.
  FICA Module: The Financial Contract Accounting (FICA) module is part of SAP's Financial Services suite and is used for managing financial contracts and accounts.
  Switch Framework: The Switch Framework in SAP allows for the activation or deactivation of specific functionalities or features in the system, providing flexibility in system configuration.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after activating the switch, consider checking the system logs for additional error messages or consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.