How To Fix FTBP666 - Error: "Financial Services" Extension Set is not active; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTBP - Business Partner: Message Class for Application FSBP

• Message number: 666

• Message text: Error: "Financial Services" Extension Set is not active; see long text

What causes this issue?

You are trying to start a transaction in an application in the
?Financial Services? Extension Set (EA-FS). This Extension Set is
inactive in your system. You are therefore not allowed to start this
transaction.
You can set the indicator in Customizing in the IMG activity
<LS>Activate SAP ECC Extensions</>. Note that you cannot switch off the
Extension Set after it has been activated.
For more information see the documentation for this IMG activity, as
well as SAP Notes 535003 and 588364. We strongly recommend you read
these before you activate an Extension Set.
Also see SAP Note 598937.

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 FTBP666 - Error: "Financial Services" Extension Set is not active; see long text ?

  The SAP error message FTBP666 indicates that the "Financial Services" extension set is not active in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you are trying to access functionalities or features that are part of the Financial Services extension, but the extension itself has not been activated.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Extension Set: The primary cause of this error is that the Financial Services extension set is not activated in your SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or missing components that prevent the extension from being activated.
  System Version: The version of your SAP system may not support the Financial Services extension, or it may require additional components to be installed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FTBP666 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Extension Set:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SICF (HTTP Services Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Check if the Financial Services extension is listed and ensure it is activated.
  If it is not activated, you may need to activate it by selecting the appropriate service and choosing the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary components for the Financial Services extension are installed and configured correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to verify the installation and configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for specific instructions on activating the Financial Services extension set.
  Look for any prerequisites or dependencies that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SICF, SPRO (for configuration), and SE80 (for development) that may be useful in troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FTBP666 error and activate the Financial Services extension set in your SAP system.