How To Fix FTGL012 - The usage of the Feature Toggle &1 is redundant.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTGL -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The usage of the Feature Toggle &1 is redundant.

What causes this issue?

The check searches for all Feature Toggles having status 'Released'.
With the status 'Released' a Feature Toggle and the software using that
toggle is active by default in all systems. Therefore the usage of the
toggle is redundant and all references to it can be deleted.

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?

Display the affected Feature toggle in the workbench and create the
"Where-used-list". Delete all usages of the Feature Toggle in your code
(Methods of class CL_FEATURE_TOGGLE).
Afterwards you can delete the Feature Toggle itself in the workbench.

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 FTGL012 - The usage of the Feature Toggle &1 is redundant. ?

  The SAP error message FTGL012 indicates that the usage of a specific feature toggle (denoted by &1) is redundant. This typically means that the feature toggle you are trying to use is either already enabled or disabled in a way that makes its current state unnecessary for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Redundant Configuration: The feature toggle you are trying to use is already set to the same state (enabled or disabled) elsewhere in the system.
  Incorrect Usage: The feature toggle may not be applicable in the context you are trying to use it, leading to redundancy.
  System Updates: Changes in the system or updates may have rendered the feature toggle unnecessary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current State: Verify the current state of the feature toggle in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings or using transaction codes related to feature toggles.
  Remove Redundant Usage: If the feature toggle is already set to the desired state, remove the redundant configuration or call to the feature toggle in your code or configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or release notes for the specific feature toggle to understand its intended use and any changes that may have occurred.
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the desired behavior is achieved without the redundant toggle.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Feature Toggles: These are used in software development to enable or disable features without deploying new code. They allow for more flexible feature management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is affecting critical business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTGL012 error and ensure that your feature toggles are used effectively in your SAP environment.