How To Fix /SCMB/ODM_ORC021 - The component is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ODM_ORC -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: The component is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_ORC021 - The component is inactive ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_ORC021 The component is inactive typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) and specifically relates to the Order Management component. This error indicates that a specific component or functionality that is required for the operation you are trying to perform is currently inactive.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Component: The most common cause of this error is that the component related to the order management process is not activated in the system. This could be due to configuration settings or missing activation of necessary business functions.
  Missing Configuration: The required configuration for the component may not have been completed, leading to its inactive status.
  Transport Issues: If the component was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Component:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy Maintenance) and check if the relevant service is active.
  Use transaction SIMG to access the Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant area to activate the necessary business functions.
  You may need to activate the relevant business function in the S/4HANA or SCM system using transaction SFW5.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the Order Management component are completed. This may involve checking settings in the SPRO transaction (Customizing).
  Review the configuration documentation for the specific component to ensure all steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the component was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for any specific notes related to the error message /SCMB/ODM_ORC021. There may be specific instructions or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SCM and Order Management to understand the dependencies and configurations required for the components.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.