How To Fix FML_CUST021 - ML saved as inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FML_CUST - Message Class for ML Customizuing

• Message number: 021

• Message text: ML saved as inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FML_CUST021 - ML saved as inactive ?

  The SAP error message FML_CUST021 indicates that a certain configuration or customization related to the Financial Management (FM) module is saved as inactive. This typically means that there is a configuration setting that has not been activated, which can lead to issues in processing or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Customization: The most common cause is that a customization or configuration setting in the Financial Management module has been saved but not activated. This can happen during the configuration process when changes are made but not properly activated.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from a development environment to a production environment, it might not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to activate certain configurations, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Customization:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the specific area where the customization is located.
  Check if the customization is marked as inactive. If so, activate it.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured before activation.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport request to ensure that it was imported correctly and that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-import the transport request or manually activate the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to activate the customization has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific configuration you are working with. There may be specific steps or prerequisites for activation.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, certain configurations depend on others. Ensure that all prerequisite settings are activated before activating the one that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FML_CUST021 for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Functional team for further assistance.