How To Fix IBRO813 - Activation not possible because switch &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBRO - Broker Collections Message Class

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Activation not possible because switch &1 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBRO813 - Activation not possible because switch &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message IBRO813 indicates that an activation process cannot proceed because a specific switch (identified by &1) is not active. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Configuration (BC) or when working with the SAP Implementation Guide (IMG) for activating certain business functions or features.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the business function or configuration switch that you are trying to activate is dependent on another switch that is not currently active. This can happen if:
  
  The required switch has not been activated in the system.
  There is a dependency on a higher-level switch that is not active.
  The system is in a state where certain configurations are not allowed due to the current settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IBRO813 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Switch Status:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 (Switch Framework) in your SAP system.
  Look for the switch identified by &1 in the error message.
  Verify if the switch is indeed inactive.
  
  
  
  Activate the Required Switch:
  
  If the switch is inactive, you can activate it by selecting it and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review the documentation or the configuration guide for the specific business function you are trying to activate. It may list other switches that need to be activated first.
  Activate any prerequisite switches if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are properly transported to the quality or production environment as needed.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be required for the changes to take effect, especially if you are working with a complex configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFW5: Switch Framework for managing business function switches.
  SFW2: Switch Framework for viewing the status of business functions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on business functions and configuration switches relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IBRO813 error and successfully activate the required switch.