How To Fix FTGL011 - Feature Toggle &1 is already active system wide.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTGL -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Feature Toggle &1 is already active system wide.

What causes this issue?

A client specific activation or deactivation of a Feature Toggle was
requested. But such an action is not possible because the Feature Toggle
is currently active system wide.

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?

First you can deactivate the Feature Toggle system wide and in a second
step add your required client restrictions.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTGL011 - Feature Toggle &1 is already active system wide. ?

  The SAP error message FTGL011 indicates that a feature toggle (a mechanism used to enable or disable certain functionalities in the system) is already active system-wide. This means that the feature you are trying to activate or modify is already enabled for the entire system, and therefore, cannot be activated again.
  Cause:
  
  Feature Already Active: The most straightforward cause is that the feature toggle you are trying to activate is already set to active in the system.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misunderstanding or miscommunication regarding the current state of the feature toggle.
  Multiple Attempts: The error may occur if there are multiple attempts to activate the same feature toggle without first checking its status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Status: Before attempting to activate the feature toggle, check its current status in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or feature toggle management area in SAP.
  No Action Needed: If the feature toggle is already active and functioning as expected, no further action is required.
  Deactivate if Necessary: If you need to deactivate the feature toggle for any reason, you can do so through the appropriate configuration settings. After deactivation, you can then reactivate it if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or release notes related to the feature toggle for any specific instructions or considerations.
  Contact Support: If you believe this message is incorrect or if you encounter issues, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Feature Toggles: These are often used in software development to control the availability of features without deploying new code. They allow for testing and gradual rollouts of new functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to feature toggles.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FTGL011 error message effectively.