How To Fix IDCFM_FRIM_MSG019 - Business function &1 has not been activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCFM_FRIM_MSG - Message Class for Impairment (France)

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Business function &1 has not been activated

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system cannot start the impairment function and terminates the
process.

How to fix this error?

In the <ZK><LS>Switch Framework: Change Business Function Status</></>
(SFW5) transaction, activate the <LS>TRM, Transaction Management
Localization for France</> (FIN_TRM_INS_LOCFR) business function.

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 IDCFM_FRIM_MSG019 - Business function &1 has not been activated ?

  The SAP error message IDCFM_FRIM_MSG019 indicates that a specific business function, identified by the placeholder &1, has not been 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 features and functionalities without upgrading the entire system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the required business function. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Identify the Business Function: Check the error message for the specific business function name that is indicated by &1. This will tell you which function needs to be activated.
  
  
  Access the Business Function Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter transaction code SFW5 (Business Function Activation).
  You will see a list of available business functions.
  
  
  
  Activate the Business Function:
  
  Find the business function that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message.
  Select the checkbox next to the business function to activate it.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes (if necessary): If you are working in a development environment, you may need to transport the changes to your quality assurance or production environment.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Some business functions may have dependencies on other functions or settings. Ensure that any prerequisite business functions are also activated.
  
  
  Test the Functionality: After activation, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your SAP version to understand the implications of activating the business function.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other relevant transaction codes such as SFW2 (Business Function Log) to monitor the status of activated business functions.
  Support: If you encounter issues during activation or if the business function does not behave as expected, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDCFM_FRIM_MSG019 error and successfully activate the required business function in your SAP system.