How To Fix IDCN259 - Business function FIN_LOC_CI_11 is not active

IDCN259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCN -

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Business function FIN_LOC_CI_11 is not active

What causes this issue?

You want to use functions that require the activation of the <ZK>FI,
Localiz. for China, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates</>
(FIN_LOC_CI_11) business function.

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?

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 IDCN259 - Business function FIN_LOC_CI_11 is not active ?

  The SAP error message IDCN259 indicates that the business function FIN_LOC_CI_11 (which is related to Financial Localization for certain countries) is not active in your SAP system. This can prevent certain functionalities related to financial processes from being executed properly.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the specific business function is not activated in your SAP system. Business functions in SAP are used to enable or disable specific features or functionalities based on the requirements of the business or the country-specific regulations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the business function FIN_LOC_CI_11. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP System:
  Log in to your SAP system with appropriate authorization.
  
  
  Navigate to the Business Function Activation:
  Use transaction code SFW5 to access the Business Function Activation screen.
  
  
  Find the Business Function:
  In the list of business functions, look for FIN_LOC_CI_11. You may need to filter or search for it.
  
  
  Activate the Business Function:
  
  Select the checkbox next to