How To Fix OIUCM871 - PRA is not active.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUCM - E&P Common Messages Across All Sub-Systems

• Message number: 871

• Message text: PRA is not active.

What causes this issue?

E&P has not been activated for the current client.

System Response

Send error message. Transaction terminates.

How to fix this error?

Activate E&P by setting the flag on the E&P parameters
screen. Transaction --> <DS:TRAN.O5U_EP_ACTIVATE>E&P Parameters</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUCM871 - PRA is not active. ?

  The SAP error message OIUCM871 "PRA is not active" typically relates to the Product Costing module in SAP, particularly in the context of the Oil and Gas industry (as indicated by the OIU prefix). This error suggests that the Profitability Analysis (PRA) functionality is not activated for the relevant configuration or settings in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive PRA Configuration: The Profitability Analysis (PRA) module may not be activated in your SAP system. This can happen if the necessary settings have not been completed during the configuration phase.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the PRA functionality.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the controlling area or in the configuration of the PRA itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate PRA:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Basic Settings.
  Ensure that the Profitability Analysis is activated for the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that all necessary configurations for PRA are completed. This includes settings for account assignment, characteristics, and value fields.
  Ensure that the relevant controlling area is properly set up to use PRA.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary permissions to access and use PRA.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional steps or considerations that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to PRA, such as KE30 (Report for Profitability Analysis) or KE24 (Display Line Items).
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the Profitability Analysis module and understand how to navigate and utilize its features effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OIUCM871 error and activate the Profitability Analysis functionality in your SAP system.