How To Fix ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG020 - Change pointer is not acitve for message type HRMD_A_CFS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Change pointer is not acitve for message type HRMD_A_CFS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG020 - Change pointer is not acitve for message type HRMD_A_CFS ?

  The SAP error message ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG020 indicates that the change pointer for the message type HRMD_A_CFS is not active. This typically occurs in the context of SAP systems that are integrated with SAP Cloud for Customer (C4C) or other cloud solutions, where change pointers are used to track changes in master data.
  Cause:
  
  Change Pointer Not Activated: The change pointer mechanism for the specific message type (HRMD_A_CFS) is not activated in the system. This means that the system is not set up to track changes for this message type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the change pointer from being activated.
  Message Type Not Supported: The message type HRMD_A_CFS may not be supported in the current configuration or version of the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Change Pointers:
  
  Go to transaction BD61 (Change Pointer Management).
  Check if the change pointer for the message type HRMD_A_CFS is activated. If not, activate it.
  Ensure that the relevant message type is included in the change pointer settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to change pointers in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for the message type HRMD_A_CFS are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help portal for specific instructions on how to activate change pointers for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activating the change pointer, perform a test to ensure that changes are being tracked correctly and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are a mechanism in SAP that allows the system to track changes to master data and send updates to other systems or applications.
  Message Types: Different message types correspond to different types of data being sent or received. HRMD_A_CFS is typically related to HR master data.
  Integration with C4C: If you are integrating with SAP Cloud for Customer, ensure that all necessary configurations for data synchronization are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ISU_S4H_C4C_UTIL_MSG020 and ensure that change pointers are functioning correctly for the specified message type.