How To Fix SCPR171 - Customizing recording activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Customizing recording activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR171 - Customizing recording activated ?

  The SAP error message SCPR171 indicates that a customizing recording has been activated in the system. This message typically appears when you are trying to perform an action that is restricted due to an active customizing recording. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Customizing Recording Active: The error occurs because a customizing recording is currently active. Customizing recordings are used to capture user actions for the purpose of creating documentation or for later playback in the system.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may be restricted when a customizing recording is active to prevent unintended changes or data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Deactivate the Customizing Recording:
  
  To resolve the error, you need to deactivate the customizing recording. This can typically be done by navigating to the transaction where the recording was activated (often in the transaction SCPR20 or SCPR3).
  In the customizing recording management screen, locate the active recording and deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to deactivate the recording. If you do not have the required authorizations, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deactivating a recording, consult your organization's documentation or SAP notes related to customizing recordings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCPR20: This transaction is used to manage customizing recordings.
  SCPR3: This transaction allows you to view and manage existing recordings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Best Practices: It is advisable to keep track of when customizing recordings are activated and deactivated, especially in a production environment, to avoid disruptions in business processes.
  
  
  Testing: After deactivating the recording, perform the action again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.