How To Fix FMCA_BRFPLUS028 - Desing time generation needed for expression '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_BRFPLUS - PSCD: BRFPLUS in TRM

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Desing time generation needed for expression '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_BRFPLUS028 - Desing time generation needed for expression '&1' ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_BRFPLUS028 indicates that design-time generation is required for a specific expression in the Business Rule Framework (BRF+). This typically occurs when there are changes made to the rules or expressions that have not been generated or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Expressions: The expression referenced in the error message has been modified, and the system requires a new design-time generation to reflect these changes.
  Missing Activation: The expression or rule might not have been activated after being created or modified.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary design-time generation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Generate Design-Time Objects:
  
  Go to the BRF+ workbench (transaction code BRF+).
  Locate the expression that is causing the error.
  Right-click on the expression and select the option to generate or activate it. This will create the necessary design-time objects.
  
  
  
  Check Activation Status:
  
  Ensure that all related rules and expressions are activated. You can do this by checking the activation status in the BRF+ workbench.
  
  
  
  Re-transport if Necessary:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport included all necessary objects and that they were properly activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, expressions depend on other rules or expressions. Make sure that all dependencies are also activated and generated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for BRF+ for more detailed instructions on managing expressions and rules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Workbench: The main interface for managing business rules and expressions in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BRF+ for accessing the workbench.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to BRF+ that might address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.