How To Fix FL152 - Function module & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Function module & is not active

What causes this issue?

The function module you just edited is inactive and cannot be used.

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?

The function module must be activated before it can be called.
If this does not give you the required success, it could be that an old
function module exists that is based on the inactive procedure for
function modules prior to Release 4.5. This procedure was made obsolete
with Release 4.6. For activating this module, use the report
RS_FUNCTION_ACTIVATE_OLD.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL152 - Function module & is not active ?

  The SAP error message FL152 indicates that a specific function module is not active. This can occur for various reasons, such as the function module being deactivated, not being properly transported to the system, or issues with the underlying code.
  Cause:
  
  Function Module Deactivation: The function module may have been intentionally deactivated by a developer or during a system upgrade.
  Transport Issues: The function module may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the quality or production environment.
  Missing Dependencies: The function module may depend on other objects (like tables, data elements, etc.) that are not active or available.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the function module from being activated.
  
  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 inactive. If it is, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Ensure that the function module has been properly transported to the system. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  If it is missing, you may need to transport it again from the development system.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any dependencies that are not active. You can do this by reviewing the function module's code and ensuring all called objects are active.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Code:
  
  If the function module is active but still causing issues, review the code for any logical errors or issues that may prevent it from functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the specific function module. You can use the SAP ONE Support Launchpad for this.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE37 (Function Builder), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to the function module in question, as they may provide additional insights or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the function module to understand its purpose and any prerequisites for its activation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FL152 error and implement a solution.