How To Fix /SAPSLL/PRCLS_API083 - Change Pointers for Message Type &1 not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/PRCLS_API -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Change Pointers for Message Type &1 not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/PRCLS_API083 - Change Pointers for Message Type &1 not active ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/PRCLS_API083 Change Pointers for Message Type &1 not active typically indicates that the change pointers for a specific message type are not activated in the system. Change pointers are used in SAP to track changes to certain data objects, and they are essential for various processes, including data replication and integration scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Change Pointers Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that change pointers for the specified message type (indicated by &1) are not activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the message type is not set up correctly to use change pointers.
  Missing Customizing: The necessary customizing settings for the message type may not have been completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Change Pointers:
  
  Go to transaction code BD61 (Change Pointer Activation).
  Check if the message type in question is listed and ensure that it is activated. If it is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code WE81 to check the message type configuration.
  Ensure that the message type is correctly defined and associated with the appropriate IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant customizing path for your application area.
  Ensure that all necessary settings related to change pointers and message types are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the system is newly set up or if changes were transported from another system, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific message type and change pointers for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are a mechanism in SAP that allows the system to track changes to specific data objects. They are often used in conjunction with IDocs for data transfer.
  Message Types: Message types define the structure and format of the data being transferred. Each message type can have its own set of rules and configurations.
  IDocs: Intermediate Documents (IDocs) are used in SAP for data exchange between systems. They rely on change pointers for tracking changes to data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.