How To Fix RECABC055 - Subfunction &1 (&2): prerequisite subfunctions not active


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 055

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

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  • What causes this issue?

    The function or transaction that you want to perform belongs to the
    subfunction &v1& &v2&. The prerequisite subfunction(s) for this
    subfunction are not active.
    The following subfunctions are prerequisites:
    &v3&

    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 the function, contact your system administrator. This person
    can activate the prerequisite subfunctions.

    Procedure for System Administrators

    You can activate the prerequisite subfunction(s) in
    <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCAAPPLADDON>Customizing</>. In Customizing, you can
    also see if the subfunction(s) are dependent on a switch. If this is the
    case, you first have to activate the switch so that the subfunction can
    be activated.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECABC055 - Subfunction &1 (&2): prerequisite subfunctions not active ?

    The SAP error message RECABC055 indicates that a specific subfunction is not active because its prerequisite subfunctions are not enabled. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that rely on certain functionalities being activated before others can be used.

    Cause:

    The error arises when you attempt to execute a subfunction (denoted by &1) that requires other subfunctions (denoted by &2) to be active. If these prerequisite subfunctions are not activated in the system, the error will be triggered.

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the prerequisite subfunctions are activated. Here are the steps you can take:

    1. Identify Prerequisite Subfunctions: Check the documentation or configuration settings related to the subfunction you are trying to use. This will help you identify which prerequisite subfunctions need to be activated.

    2. Activate Prerequisite Subfunctions:

      • Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (this could vary depending on the module you are working with).
      • Navigate to the settings for the subfunctions and ensure that the required prerequisites are activated.
      • If you are unsure how to do this, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant, as they will have the necessary permissions and knowledge to make these changes.
    3. Check Authorization: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access and activate the required subfunctions.

    4. Testing: After activating the prerequisite subfunctions, test the original function again to see if the error persists.

    Related Information:

    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the dependencies between subfunctions.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the error message RECABC055.
    • Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully activate the desired subfunction.

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