How To Fix O7031 - This screen is not active for location type &1 business type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O7 - IS-Oil: MRN Marketing Retail Network messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: This screen is not active for location type &1 business type &2

What causes this issue?

You tried to access a screen that is set as 'deactive' in Customizing
for location type &V1& business type <(>&<)>2.

System Response

Access to this screen is denied.

How to fix this error?

Check if the location master record has the correct type.
If the location type is correct and you have to access this screen, the
screen configuration will have to be changed.
This can be done in Customizing, under: <DS:TRAN.O5R1>Location type
configuration</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O7031 - This screen is not active for location type &1 business type &2 ?

  The SAP error message O7031, which states "This screen is not active for location type &1 business type &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when trying to access a screen or transaction that is not configured or activated for the specified location type and business type.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The screen or transaction you are trying to access is not configured for the specific combination of location type and business type in the system.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the configuration tables that define which screens are active for which location and business types.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain screens or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Logistics, Sales, etc.) in SAP.
  Verify that the screen or transaction is correctly configured for the specified location type and business type.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the relevant SAP documentation.
  
  
  
  Activate the Screen:
  
  If the screen is not active, you may need to activate it for the specific location type and business type.
  This can usually be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the screen or transaction.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include access to the required functionalities.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access configuration settings (e.g., SPRO for customizing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring location types and business types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the O7031 error message in your SAP system.