How To Fix GENFM_MENA018 - Business function &1 is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENFM_MENA - General Funds Management messages for MENA

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Business function &1 is not activated

What causes this issue?

The business function &V2& (&V1&) is not activated in your system. You
can only use the &V3& if you have activated the business function first.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Go to the switch framework transaction (SFW5), select the relevant
business function and activate it (under <ZK>System Settings -> Activate
</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENFM_MENA018 - Business function &1 is not activated ?

  The SAP error message GENFM_MENA018 indicates that a specific business function, identified by the placeholder &1, is not activated in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you attempt to use functionality that is dependent on a particular business function that has not been enabled.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the required business function is not activated in the system. Business functions in SAP are part of the Enhancement Package (EHP) framework, which allows customers to enable specific functionalities without upgrading the entire system. If the business function is not activated, any attempt to access related features will result in this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to activate the required business function. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Business Function: Check the error message for the specific business function name (it will replace the &1 placeholder). This will tell you which function needs to be activated.
  
  
  Access the Business Function Activation:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 in your SAP system. This transaction is used to manage business functions.
  
  
  
  Find the Business Function:
  
  In the Business Function Activation screen, you will see a list of available business functions. You can search for the specific function that corresponds to the error message.
  
  
  
  Activate the Business Function:
  
  Once you find the required business function, select it and activate it. Make sure to follow any prompts or instructions provided by the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes (if necessary):
  
  If you are working in a development environment, you may need to transport the changes to your quality or production environment.
  
  
  
  Test the Functionality:
  
  After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it is now working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Functions: These are modular enhancements that can be activated independently. They are part of the SAP Enhancement Packages and can include new features, processes, or improvements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other relevant transaction codes such as SFW2 (to view activated business functions) and SFW5 (to activate business functions).
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or release notes for the specific Enhancement Package you are using to understand the implications of activating a business function.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after activating the business function, consider checking for any additional dependencies or consulting with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.