How To Fix RECABC050 - Subfunction &1 (&2) not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECABC - Basis (Technical Objects - Library)

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Subfunction &1 (&2) not active

What causes this issue?

The function or transaction that you want to perform belongs to the
subfunction <ZK>&V1&</><ZK>&V2&</>. This subfunction is <ZH>not</>
active in your system.

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?

If you need this function, contact your system administrator, who can
activate the subfunction.

A different option is to use transaction &v3& for this function.
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Procedure for System Administrators

You can activate the subfunction in <DS:SIMG.REFXTIVCAAPPLADDON>
Customizing</>. In Customizing, you can also see if the subfunction is
dependent on a switch. If it is, then you first need to activate the
switch, and then the subfunction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECABC050 - Subfunction &1 (&2) not active ?

  The SAP error message RECABC050 with the description "Subfunction &1 (&2) not active" typically indicates that a specific subfunction or feature within the SAP system is not activated or configured properly. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the configuration of the system or specific modules.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Subfunction: The subfunction referenced in the error message is not activated in the system. This could be due to configuration settings or missing authorizations.
  Missing Customizing: The necessary customizing settings for the subfunction may not have been completed.
  Module-Specific Issues: The error may be related to a specific module (e.g., SAP Financials, SAP Controlling) where certain functionalities are not enabled.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the subfunction may not have been included or activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activation: Verify if the subfunction mentioned in the error message is activated. This can usually be done in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Customizing Settings: Navigate to the relevant customizing settings for the module in question and ensure that all necessary configurations are completed.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the subfunction. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or subfunction to understand the prerequisites for activation.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the customizing settings (e.g., SPRO for general customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.