How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNP771 - Business function &1 is not active; user constrains are ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNP -

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Business function &1 is not active; user constrains are ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP771 - Business function &1 is not active; user constrains are ignored ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP771 indicates that a specific business function is not active in the SAP system, which leads to the system ignoring user constraints in the Supply Network Planning (SNP) process. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when certain functionalities that depend on specific business functions are required but not available.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the business function referenced by &1 is not activated in the SAP system. Business functions in SAP are sets of features that can be turned on or off based on the needs of the organization. If a required business function is inactive, the system will not be able to process certain user constraints, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the relevant business function. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Identify the Business Function: The error message will specify which business function is not active (indicated by &1). Make a note of this function.
  
  
  Check Business Function Activation:
  
  Go to transaction code SFW5 in the SAP GUI.
  In the Business Function Activation screen, you can see a list of all available business functions and their activation status.
  Look for the business function that corresponds to the error message.
  
  
  
  Activate the Business Function:
  
  If the business function is not active, you can activate it by selecting it and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Note that activating a business function may require a system restart or transport, depending on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After activating the business function, re-run the process that generated the error to ensure that the issue is resolved and that user constraints are now being considered.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP APO to understand the implications of activating the business function.
  Dependencies: Be aware that activating certain business functions may have dependencies or may affect other functionalities in your SAP system.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the activation is captured in a transport request for proper migration to quality and production environments.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you do not have the necessary authorizations to activate business functions, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/SNP771 error and ensure that user constraints are properly considered in your SNP processes.