How To Fix FSH_MAIN142 - Distr. curve &1, version &2 cannot be marked as inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Distr. curve &1, version &2 cannot be marked as inactive

What causes this issue?

You have marked the Active indicator as blank to mark the current
version of the distribution curve as inactive.

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?

To mark the current version of the distribution curve as inactive, you
must not set the Active indicator as blank. Instead, you must set the
value as X to activate another version of the distribution curve. The
system automatically marks the previous versions as inactive.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MAIN142 - Distr. curve &1, version &2 cannot be marked as inactive ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MAIN142 indicates that a distribution curve (specifically, a pricing or discount curve) cannot be marked as inactive. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where distribution curves are used for pricing strategies.
  Causes:
  
  Active Assignments: The distribution curve may still be actively assigned to one or more objects (e.g., contracts, pricing conditions) in the system. If the curve is in use, it cannot be marked as inactive.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other data objects that prevent the curve from being deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the distribution curve.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict the deactivation of certain curves.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Assignments: Review the distribution curve to see if it is assigned to any active contracts, pricing conditions, or other objects. If it is, you will need to remove those assignments before you can mark it as inactive.
  
  Use transaction codes like FSH1 or FSH2 to view and manage distribution curves.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies that might be preventing the curve from being marked inactive. This may involve checking related pricing conditions or contracts.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the distribution curves in your version of SAP. This can provide insights into any additional restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FSH1 (Create Distribution Curve), FSH2 (Change Distribution Curve), and FSH3 (Display Distribution Curve).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on managing distribution curves and related functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.