How To Fix FKKID_MSG022 - Switch FICA_EHP7_L1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKID_MSG - Messages for FI-CA Loc. Cross-Country

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Switch FICA_EHP7_L1 is not active

What causes this issue?

You want to use a functionality that requires the activation of the
switch <ZH>FICA_EHP7_L1.</> Run transaction
<DS:TRAN.SFW1>SFW1</> and check if the switch is active in your client.
If not, activate the corresponding business function of the switch. If
there is no business function assigned to the switch <ZH>FICA_EHP7_L1
</>, create a customer-specific business function and activate it.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKID_MSG022 - Switch FICA_EHP7_L1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message FKKID_MSG022 indicates that the switch FICA_EHP7_L1 is not active. This switch is related to the Financial Contract Accounting (FICA) component in SAP, particularly in the context of enhancements or functionalities introduced in the EHP7 (Enhancement Package 7) for SAP ERP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is trying to access functionality or features that are part of the FICA_EHP7_L1 switch, which is not activated in your SAP system. This can happen if:
  
  The switch was never activated during the upgrade or implementation.
  The switch was deactivated after being activated.
  The system is not on the required enhancement package level.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to activate the switch FICA_EHP7_L1. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Switch Framework:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Find the Switch:
  
  In the Switch Framework screen, look for the switch FICA_EHP7_L1. You may need to scroll through the list or use the search functionality.
  
  
  
  Activate the Switch:
  
  Once you find the switch, select it and choose the option to activate it. Follow any prompts that may appear.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After activation, make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or prerequisites that need to be addressed before or after activating the switch.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes (if applicable):
  
  If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport the changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, perform tests to ensure that the functionality related to the switch is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or the release notes for EHP7 for detailed information about the functionalities provided by the FICA_EHP7_L1 switch.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  System Version: Ensure that your SAP system is on the correct version that supports the FICA_EHP7_L1 switch.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after activating the switch, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.